“Since 2008 the rise in the National Minimum Wage has constantly been below CPI (Consumer Price Index). In real terms it’s been going down for six years … JRF’s research into a Minimum Income Standard shows that even with benefits and tax credits, families on the minimum wage will still be some way off reaching a basic standard of living.” Joseph Rowntree Foundation
The Labour Party have said they will introduce an £8/hr minimum wage from 2020 and The Green Party will immediately £8.10 minimum wage.
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