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Lord Leong (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 18 March 2026

Debate

EU Directive: Adequate Minimum Wages

Contribution

I also gently remind noble Lords that the minimum wage is carefully considered by the independent Low Pay Commission, chaired by the noble Baroness, Lady Stroud, which examines the economic conditions, labour market data and evidence from employers and other stakeholders. The Government’s aim remains to set a wage floor that maintains living standards while protecting employment opportunities. Recent rises mean that the national living wage now makes up a historically high proportion of median earnings, supporting millions of low-paid workers right across the country. I am sure that noble Lords will agree that paying workers well is good for the economy.

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