UK statutory rates and limits, 2026/27
The statutory figures UK employers need for 2026/27, with the date each one takes effect. National Living Wage £12.71 an hour from 1 April 2026, Statutory Sick Pay £123.25 a week from day one, family-related statutory pay £194.32 a week, a week's pay cap of £751.00 and maximum statutory redundancy pay of £22,530.
FAQs
What is the National Living Wage in 2026/27?
£12.71 an hour for workers aged 21 and over from 1 April 2026, £10.85 for 18 to 20 year olds and £8.00 for under 18s and apprentices.
How much is Statutory Sick Pay in 2026/27?
£123.25 a week, or 80% of normal weekly earnings if lower, for up to 28 weeks. There are no waiting days and no Lower Earnings Limit test.
What is the maximum statutory redundancy payment?
£22,530, based on a week's pay cap of £751.00 and 20 years of service maximum.