What is the hourly rate for an apprentice from April 1, 2025, according to the 'Check Your Pay' website? Additionally, identify two common reasons an employer might inadvertently underpay workers, even if they believe they are meeting minimum wage requirements.
Navigate to 'checkyourpay.campaign.gov.uk'. Go to the 'Advice for employers' section. Locate the table detailing 'National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates' and identify the 'New rate from 1 April 2025' for an 'Apprentice'. Read the text below the table to find common reasons for underpayment, even when paying at or above the minimum wage. State the apprentice rate and the two common reasons for underpayment.
The stated hourly rate for an apprentice from April 1, 2025, is £7.55. One identified reason for underpayment is 'wage deductions'. The second identified reason for underpayment is 'not paying for all time worked'.