More than eight in ten (84%) Tory to Labour switchers at the 2024 General Election supported the change, as well as three in four (75%) Labour voters at the 2024 General Election who would now vote for Reform UK
The Government’s national minimum wage boost has “massive support” among voters across the country – including Tory and Reform-leaning voters. From Tuesday, the minimum wage for over 21s will rise by 6.7% to £22,222 a year. And a new poll commissioned by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) reveals that more than three in four voters (77%) support the increase.
More than eight in ten (84%) Tory to Labour switchers at the 2024 General Election supported the change, as well as three in four (75%) Labour voters at the 2024 General Election who would now vote for Reform UK. Seven in ten (70%) Reform UK voters at the 2024 General Election.
TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak said: “Boosting the pay packets of the lowest paid has huge support among the British public – and with people right across the political spectrum.
“This pay bump will make a real difference to millions. More money in working people’s pockets means more spending on our high streets. That’s good for workers and good for local businesses.”
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Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner said: “Apprentices and young people are the future of this country and getting them well paid, high skilled work is absolutely critical if we want to grow our economy, as part of our Plan for Change.
“This week’s record pay rise for over 3 million workers shows our determination to boost wages for apprentices and bring in more job security, more money in working people’s pockets and more cash being spent in our economy.”
Pollster Hold Sway surveyed 5,000 adults in Great Britain between 4-9 March 2025.