National Minimum Wage 2025 Apprentice. Once an apprentice turns 21 and completes their first year, they qualify for the national living wage (nlw) at £11.44 per hour (as of april 1, 2025). If you're in your first year of your apprenticeship, you are legally entitled to at least the apprentice national minimum wage pay rate of £6.40 per hour.

In this comprehensive guide, we will demystify the national minimum wage, make clear distinctions between it and the national living wage, and detail the critical. The new rates apply to everyone and are different based on your.