A reminder to all employers that it is vitally important that apprentices are paid at least the apprenticeship minimum wage; to not do so is not only wrong, but illegal. Any employer breaking the law in this way is liable to tough consequences, including naming and shaming and penalties of up to £20,000.
The apprentice minimum wage is currently £2.68 per hour for those aged 16 to 18 years of age and for those aged 19 years or over in the first year of their apprentice; thereafter the national minimum wage for their age group applies to those over 19 years of age.
Any worker who suspects they are not being paid the wage they are legally entitled to should call the Pay and Work Rights helpline on 0800 917 2368.