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Invitation to tender for research to inform the Low Pay Commission's 2027 report and beyond.
Information on the Low Pay Commission's expenditure for the 2026/27 financial year
The Low Pay Commission's Business Plan for the 2026/27 financial year.
This research surveyed low-paid workers to build a detailed picture of their pay, living standards and working conditions.
A list of topics where the LPC is seeking research evidence. We would like to engage with researchers working on these areas.
This report sets out the evidence and criteria that should be considered when deciding whether to increase an NLW target beyond two-thirds of median earnings.
Framework documents setting out the relationship between the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and our public bodies.
The Low Pay Commission is an independent body that advises the government about the National Living Wage and the National Minimum Wage.
Low Pay Commission member Nigel Cotgrove has died after a short illness whilst on holiday. Simon Sapper pays tribute to Nigel on behalf of the Commission.
This report from the Low Pay Commission looks at the impact of new minimum wage rates in April 2026 and looks ahead at future changes for 2027.
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