Speaking in Parliament, Prime Minister Gordon Brown said the rate for 16- to 17-year-olds will rise from £3.40 to £3.53, and for 18- to 21-year-olds from £4.60 to £4.77. The rate for over 21s will also rise, from £5.52 to £5.73. The British Youth Council welcomed the increases, but said it would like to see a single minimum wage for everyone aged 16 and over. Emily Beardsmore, chair of the council, said: "We believe the minimum wage makes a real difference to the lives of...