Details of Jersey's living wage plans have been unveiled. The Council of Ministers has confirmed that the minimum wage will increase from £11.64 to £13 per hour starting 1 April 2025.
This adjustment is in preparation for April 2026, when the council plans to set the minimum wage at two-thirds of the median wage for 2024. To support the transition, a £20 million package has been proposed to assist both employers and employees.
Government Priority
Lyndsay Feltham, Minister for Social Security, stated, "Transitioning to a living wage is a key priority for this government as it directly aids those in our community most affected by the cost of living."
She explained that the transition will be phased over two years, with temporary support measures provided to employees during this period.
The £20 million support package includes £6 million for productivity, £7 million for the visitor economy and hospitality sector, £3 million for training investments, and over £2 million for additional support in the rural and marine sectors.
Building a Resilient Economy
Kirsten Morel, Minister for Sustainable Economic Development, emphasized that the package is designed to help businesses "invest in themselves" and to support Jersey in developing a more productive and resilient economy.
Further details of the package will be released in the coming weeks, with implementation set before the new minimum wage takes effect on 1 April 2025.
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