Employers in the social care sector have had mixed messages from HMRC as to whether National Minimum Wage (NMW) should be paid to workers carrying out sleep-in shifts. It has now been made clear that NMW does apply in such cases.
National Minimum Wage – are you compliant?
Breaking the rules for the National Minimum Wage can be costly. Potential large fines and negative publicity could damage your reputation as an employer. Now is a good time to check if your business is compliant.