Minimum wage to rise below inflation level

The government has confirmed that the national minimum wage will rise to £5.52 per hour in October 2007 putting further pressure on nursery operator’s businesses.Employees between 18 and 21 can expect to receive at least £4.60 per hour and 16-17 year olds will be eligible for a minimum of £3.40.The increase of 3.2%, however, is…