Minimum Wage to Rise in April 2026
Millions of UK workers will see a pay boost from April 2026 as the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase. Find out the new hourly rates and what to do if you're underpaid.
Millions of UK workers will see a pay boost from April 2026 as the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase. Find out the new hourly rates and what to do if you're underpaid.
The National Living Wage will increase to £12.71 an hour in April 2026, a 4.1% boost for millions of UK workers. Find out the new rates and what to do if you're underpaid.
Sunrise entertainment reporter Teegan Dolling shares joyful news she's expecting her first child with fiancé Jamie in April. The couple are keeping the gender a surprise.
The cost of the Scottish Parliament is set to jump by over 10% next year, hitting taxpayers with a £150.1m bill. MSPs will receive a 4.3% pay rise, while £2.5m is allocated for 'golden goodbyes' to departing politicians. Read the full analysis.
New research reveals FTSE 100 chief executives will surpass the typical UK worker's annual pay by midday on Tuesday 6th January 2026, highlighting a stark 113:1 pay ratio.
FTSE 100 chief executives earn the median UK worker's annual salary by lunchtime on 6 January, highlighting a stark pay gap. Explore the data and calls for reform.
A new report reveals FTSE 100 CEOs earn £4.4m on average, 113 times a typical UK worker. They surpass the median annual wage in under three days. Read the full analysis.
A new report reveals FTSE 100 CEOs earn 113 times the average UK worker. They surpass the median annual salary by midday on January 6th. Read the full analysis on executive pay gaps.
Plan your 2026 with The Independent's guide to the year's biggest cultural events, from Tracey Emin at Tate Modern to Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' and a new 'Pride & Prejudice'.
Your complete guide to the 2026 sporting year, from the Australian Open and Six Nations to the FIFA World Cup and Wimbledon. Discover key dates, defending champions, and major storylines.
Broadband bills are set to rise in 2026. We explain the confirmed increases for EE, BT, Sky, Virgin Media and others, and reveal how you can switch to avoid them.
Emmerdale viewers are pleading with ITV bosses to spare April Windsor after Celia Daniels unveiled a chilling new scheme. Will the teen survive the villain's plot?
Emmerdale's Christmas Eve episode delivered shocking twists as April Windsor faced a terrifying ultimatum and a gunshot left two fan favourites fearing for their lives. Read the full story.
Emmerdale's villain Celia Daniels plans to kidnap April Windsor in a shocking new twist. Fans predict her downfall as actress Jaye Griffiths confirms her exit from the ITV soap.
Disney+ confirms The Testaments, the Handmaid's Tale sequel series, will premiere in April 2026. First-look images reveal the new cast joining Ann Dowd's Aunt Lydia.
Emmerdale takes a sinister turn as crime boss Celia Daniels targets troubled teen April Windsor, vowing to 'break her spirit'. Discover the shocking details of the 1 December episode.
Brits will pay more for wine, spirits and beer as alcohol duty rises by 3.66% in February 2026. See exactly how much your favourite drink will cost.
A shocking murder confession leaves a family reeling on Emmerdale, but a hidden secret could change everything. Discover the full story on ITV's dramatic soap.
Millions of UK workers will see a pay rise of up to £975 from April 2026 as the National Minimum Wage increases. Find out how much more you'll earn.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major minimum wage hike for 2.7 million workers from April 2025. Discover how the new rates will impact your pay.
Emmerdale faces explosive week as Bear Wolf's secret is uncovered, Sam Dingle's lie devastates Lydia, and April Windsor exposes villains. Don't miss the drama.
Support for resident doctor strikes appears to be falling as more medics report for duty during the latest five-day walkout, say NHS leaders. Read the latest on this developing story.
Eland Cables implements the Real Living Wage months ahead of schedule, giving employees a financial boost for Christmas. Discover how this decision benefits staff and business.
Millions of Britons receiving DWP benefits including Universal Credit are set for significant payment changes this April. Discover how the new tax year adjustments will affect your household budget.
London Underground workers have accepted a groundbreaking pay deal, ending threat of further Tube strikes. The RMT union's agreement brings 5% pay rise and includes major concessions on working conditions.
The BBC has reached a confidential settlement with a female radio presenter in a significant gender pay discrimination case that threatened to expose the corporation's pay practices.
Strictly Come Dancing viewers are demanding Anton Du Beke receives a significant pay increase and permanent judge role following his brilliant performance standing in for Motsi Mabuse on the hit BBC show.
Major healthcare unions have rejected the government's proposed 3% pay rise for NHS workers, branding it 'completely inadequate' and threatening coordinated strike action that could cripple health services this winter.
Millions of UK savers could boost their tax-free savings by £240 with this simple ISA strategy before the April deadline. Discover how to maximise your returns.
Significant changes to Universal Credit thresholds mean thousands of British families will see their payments rise substantially from April 2024. Discover how the new earnings taper and work allowance adjustments could put more money in your pocket.