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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Holly Williams

Marks & Spencer gives 55,000 workers pay rise but drops real living wage pledge

Retail giant Marks & Spencer has withdrawn its commitment to pay workers in line with the real living wage, despite announcing a pay increase for its 55,000 store employees.

From 1 April, the high street chain will boost wages for retail staff by at least 6.4 per cent, setting new rates at £13.41 an hour nationwide, or £14.74 per hour for those based in London.

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