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The Democratic and Republican leaders are pressuring the state to increase the Pennsylvania minimum wage.
The proposal for the increase in Pennsylvania minimum wage is said to be for the growth and sustainability of the state. (Photo: Factorial)
A Proposal Involving Pennsylvania Minimum Wage
Democratic and Republican leaders from Southeastern Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, are collaborating to pressure the state to raise the Pennsylvania minimum wage to $15 an hour.
This Pennsylvania minimum wage proposal marks a new spirit of collaboration among leaders in the region.
They argue that raising the Pennsylvania minimum wage would benefit workers of all ages and races.
The support for the Pennsylvania minimum wage increase from both Democratic and Republican leaders in the region gives the proposal more bipartisan appeal.
This collaboration on the Pennsylvania minimum wage issue is a new development, as the counties in the region have historically worked independently on state-level advocacy.
In a published article by SmartNews, the leaders believe that raising the Pennsylvania minimum wage is crucial for the growth and sustainability of the area.
Minimum Wage In the UK
In a published article by BBC, the minimum wage in the UK is increasing, with the main rate rising from £10.42 to £11.44 an hour for workers over 21.
Younger workers will also see a pay increase. This change will benefit workers like Samuel, who struggled to make ends meet before.
Businesses, however, are concerned about the higher labor costs impacting their ability to keep prices down. The government accepted the Low Pay Commission’s recommendation for the increase, aiming to lift the minimum wage to two-thirds of average earnings.
While the increase is good news for workers, some employers like Peter Gibson are finding it challenging to manage the rise in costs and may need to increase prices and cut staff hours to offset the impact.
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