rates of pay

Question 1

What is the National Minimum Wage (NMW)

Answer 1

The lowest amount an employer can legally pay a worker per hour

Question 2

How does the National Minimum Wage (NMW) change based on age?

Answer 2

It increases as workers get older

Question 3

What is the National Living Wage (NLW)

Answer 3

The minimum wage for workers aged 21 and over

Question 4

Who decides the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage in the UK?

Answer 4

The government

Question 5

How often do National Minimum Wage rates typically change?

Answer 5

Every year, usually in April

Question 6

What should an employee do if they are being paid less than the legal minimum wage?

Answer 6

Report it to their employer or HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)

Question 7

Are hospitality workers entitled to extra pay for working night shifts or weekends?

Answer 7

No, unless their contract states otherwise

Question 8

Why is it important for hospitality workers to know their rights about pay

Answer 8

To ensure they are paid fairly and legally