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Young workers have been discriminated against in their pay packets for too long.

So-called junior rates hit workers over the age of 18 in the pocket, even though they are old enough to vote, drive, and join the military. They are adult in law, but not in pay.

We don’t think this is fair.

Young workers on junior rates can take home just 70% of what their older colleagues are making, even though they are working side by side doing the same jobs.

Young workers don’t get youth discounts on rent or bills, so why are their wages discounted?

Make your voice heard by supporting the campaign for all workers over 18 to receive adult wages.

Support the campaign to remove youth wages for over 18 year olds

So far 2,486 people have added their name, will you help make it 5,000?

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