New Minimum Wage Rates Set For Jersey - April 2015!

Following hot on the heels of this month's increase to Guernsey's minimum wage rates, Jersey is following suit, although employers will be given a little more time to prepare for the rise.

Jersey's Social Security Minister has accepted the Employment Forum's recommendation and confirmed that with effect from 1 April 2015 the following rates will apply:

For those Island employers who provide accommodation and/or food as part of an overall remuneration package, be warned, the "offset" rates are also increasing with effect from next April.

Jersey's public sector acknowledges that the Island is a more expensive place to live in terms of rent, utilities and food, etc, as opposed to those living in other local jurisdictions. While it appreciates that the increase may have a greater impact on smaller businesses, there has to be a balance and the States' focus is very much on encouraging people to be in employment. It is hoped that with minimum wage rates set