The Low Pay Commission recommended increasing the basic pay rate to at least €13.70, aiming to help the Government transition from minimum wage to a living wage by 2026.
Enterprise Minister Peter Burke expressed concern about the potential impact of the increase in minimum wage on businesses, which are already facing additional costs from new regulations.
The Coalition is under pressure as businesses are struggling post-inflation, yet they are legally obliged to comply with any minimum wage increases.
The government has never rejected the Low Pay Commission’s recommendations but fears the impact of further financial burdens on already struggling businesses, particularly SMEs.
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