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Living Wage boosted to £13.15 per hour - how to see if you get pay rise

Sadiq Khan has hailed a pay rise for 130,000 Londoners as the capital's living wage increases to £13.15 per hour. This represents a 10 per cent boost, as more than 3,600 employers in the capital are signed up to pay the new rate.

24 October 2023 · 00:12 UTC

London's living wage has risen to £13.15 per hour, benefiting 130,000 workers with a 10% increase. This rate is calculated independently and represents a significant pay boost for employees over 18. Over 3,600 London employers have embraced this new rate. Approximately 575,000 low-paid workers in London continue to face a cost-of-living crisis. Employers can also opt to be Living Hours employers, offering additional employment safeguards.

The Greater London Authority (GLA) has joined over 100 other employers as Living Hours employers, including Aviva, Brentford FC, and IKEA. You can check if your employer supports the Living Wage or Living Hours initiatives through the provided links.

Mayor Sadiq Khan praised the increase, emphasizing its significance during challenging financial times. The London Living Wage has surged by 40% since his election in 2016, with this year's 10% hike being the largest ever.