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A heated debate is unfolding over the national living wage and its impact on young workers, as Labour’s pledge to scrap age-based pay bands faces scrutiny. A damning report reveals youth unemployment costs the UK £125 billion annually, sparking calls to adjust minimum wages for younger workers to boost hiring. While Labour insists on equal pay for all adults over 18, the Pensions Minister clarifies no firm timeline was set in the manifesto, leaving implementation dependent on the Low Pay Commission’s advice. The TUC warns against lowering youth wages, fueling internal party tensions as the clock ticks toward the next election.

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