Liberal Democrat Employment Relations Minister, Jo Swinson Outlines Plans to Name and Shame Rogue Employers

Jo Swinson was featured widely in the media last week, talking about her plan to tackle employers who fail to pay the National Minimum Wage.

The BIS website outlines the plan:

Employment Relations Minister Jo Swinson said:

"Paying less than the minimum wage is illegal. If employers break this law they need to know that we will take tough action.

This is why I'm making changes so it is easier to name and shame employers who break the law. This gives a clear warning to rogue employers who ignore the rules, that they will face reputational consequences as well as a fine if they don't pay the minimum wage."

If workers feel they aren't getting the minimum wage that they are legally entitled to then they should contact the free and confidential Pay and Work Rights Helpline on 0800 917 2368. Calls will be referred to HMRC to actively investigate any suspected non-payment of national minimum wage.

This move has been welcomed by the Low Pay Commission.