<prompt> Human: As far as I was aware, as of April 1st this year it became mandatory for employers to pay employees over the age of 25 a minimum of 7.20 per hour. My wage did not increase in line with this so I contacted my employer who claimed they dont operate as a living wage company and would not increase my wage in line with this. Can they do this or am I right in believing they have no grounds to do?  <response>: rlegaladvicerUKpersonalfinance 