It’s been a great week to be Gen Z. No, really.
On Wednesday, as part of her historic Budget, Rachel Reeves announced that the national living wage will rise to £11.44 in April next year – and that the rate, which is currently only for workers over 23, will apply to 21 and 22-year-olds for the first time. The national minimum wage for 18 to 20-year-olds will also increase by £1.11 to £8.60 per hour.
