Minimum wage

2024 - 2 - 20

Shocking News: Over 500 Companies Fail to Pay Minimum Wage

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Discover the latest scandal as 524 employers breach the National Minimum Wage law, leaving workers unpaid! #MinimumWage #Scandal

Shocking news has emerged revealing that over 500 companies have been named for not paying their employees the minimum wage. The 524 employers were found to have failed to pay their workers nearly £16 million, a clear breach of the National Minimum Wage law. In another development, an economist-lawmaker from the Philippine House of Representatives has proposed suspending PhilHealth premium contributions for all minimum wage earners.

Furthermore, discussions in the House of Representatives highlight the cautious pursuit of a legislated minimum wage hike for private sector workers. Amidst these debates, a temporary halt on PhilHealth premiums for minimum wage earners has been proposed by Marikina Rep. Stella Quimbo. The Davao Region has recently approved a P19 daily minimum wage hike for non-agricultural workers.

In a surprising turn of events, the Senate has passed a bill for a P100 minimum wage hike for private sector workers in the final reading, garnering significant support. As the issue gains momentum, the call for a potential £15 minimum wage in the UK echoes through discussions among employers, trades unions, and experts.

Ending on a note of progress, a 'sub-minimum wage' bill sponsored by District 4 state Rep. Kasey Carpenter has made strides and been favorably reported by a House committee. Additionally, several Boulder County municipalities are looking to raise the minimum wage incrementally each year until it reaches $25 in unincorporated parts of the region.