When the minimum wage rise came in my pay went up to £6.95 an hour. But new staff being taken on are being paid the same amount, which doesn’t seem right since I’ve been here longer and work harder. Is there anything I can do to change the situation, other than leave?
The effect of the introduction of the minimum wage was to flatten out pay differentials at the bottom of the scale. But the fact is that you’re now being paid more than you were, even if those less deserving receive the same! If you’re a valued member of staff you may be able to persuade your boss to give you more money. From your pay scale I take it you’re aged between 21-24. You will receive 25p an hour more when you’re 25.