National Minimum Wage / Living Wage Flashcards
(22 cards)
What is the national minimum wage?
The national minimum wage is the lowest hourly pay that workers are entitled to by law.
True or False: The national minimum wage applies to all workers in the UK.
False. There are exceptions based on age and type of employment.
Fill in the blank: The national minimum wage is different from the _____ wage.
living
What is the living wage?
The living wage is a wage that is high enough to maintain a normal standard of living.
Who is entitled to the national minimum wage?
Most workers over the age of 16 in the UK are entitled to the national minimum wage.
Multiple Choice: At what age does the national minimum wage begin to apply?
16 years old
True or False: Apprentices are entitled to the national minimum wage.
True, but they may receive a lower rate.
What is the difference between the national minimum wage and the national living wage?
The national living wage is a higher minimum wage for workers aged 23 and over.
Fill in the blank: The national living wage was introduced in _____ year.
2016
Who is eligible for the living wage?
Workers aged 23 and over are eligible for the living wage.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a factor in determining the minimum wage? A) Age B) Location C) Job title
C) Job title
True or False: Employers can pay below the national minimum wage if they provide benefits.
False. Employers must pay at least the national minimum wage regardless of benefits.
What is the penalty for employers who do not pay the national minimum wage?
Employers may face fines and are required to pay back the owed wages.
Fill in the blank: The national minimum wage rates are reviewed annually by the _____.
Low Pay Commission
How often is the national minimum wage rate adjusted?
Annually
Multiple Choice: The national living wage is higher than the national minimum wage for which group? A) Under 18 B) 18-20 C) 23 and over
C) 23 and over
True or False: Workers on zero-hour contracts are entitled to the national minimum wage.
True
What should a worker do if they believe they are not being paid the minimum wage?
They should report it to the HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
Fill in the blank: The national minimum wage protects workers from _____ exploitation.
financial
What age group receives the highest minimum wage rate?
Workers aged 23 and over
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is not a consideration for minimum wage rates? A) Inflation B) Cost of living C) Employee performance
C) Employee performance
True or False: The national minimum wage varies by region in the UK.
False. The national minimum wage is the same across the UK.
