Government papers: Low Pay Commission consultation 2018

The Low Pay Commission, the independent body that monitors the impact of the minimum wage and advises government on its level, has launched a consultation into the effects of the recent increases in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage (NLW) to inform thinking on future up-ratings.

In addition to its usual remit, this year’s consultation will look at the recommendation made in the Taylor Review to introduce a ‘premium’ (a higher minimum wage) for those hours that are not guaranteed. It will also look at means for tackling the issue of ‘one-sided flexibility’, which sees some workers experiencing uncertain and unpredictable work schedules.

Separately, it is also conducting a review of the minimum wage structure, encompassing: a review of the youth rates of the minimum wage and a review of the Apprentice Rate, in light of significant policy changes to apprenticeship policy in England.

The consultation is open until 1 June 2018. Responses can be emailed to [email protected].