Petition · Department for Business and Trade
Bring 18-20 minimum wage in line with adults 21 and over
Open for signatures
23 signatures
What the petition asks
I propose bringing the national minimum wage for 18-20 year olds in line with 21 year olds and above.
Currently minimum wage for 18-20 year olds is £10.85 while for 21+ year olds its £12.71.
I believe it should be the same.
Currently minimum wage for 18-20 year olds is £10.85 while for 21+ year olds its £12.71.
I believe it should be the same.
I believe bringing the wage in line with the rest of the adult population can make a difference in mental health in young people, help them get on the property ladder and not be as financially stressed.
Also, it can help bring more young adults into work which is becoming more of a problem lately.
Also, it can help bring more young adults into work which is becoming more of a problem lately.
Timeline
| 22 Jul 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
23
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Business and Trade
Opened
22 Jul 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.