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National Minimum Wage – penalties now automatic
Since the beginning of the current tax year automatic penalties have been introduced for those who do not comply with the National Minimum Wage (NMW) Regulations. The penalties range from £100 to £5,000 with 50% prompt payment discounts for employers who settle within 14 days of notification.
The penalty is of course payable in addition to arrears owed to the workers: and In serious cases of non compliance the employer may be tried in a Crown Court in which case the fines are unlimited.
The current NMW rates are:
- £5.73 (£5.80 from October 2009) an hour for adults aged 22 and over
- £4.77 (£4.83 from October 2009) an hour for 18-21 year olds
- £3.53 (£3.57 from October 2009) an hour for 16-17 year olds.
Internet link: Employer Bulletin article
