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Minimum Wage Workers Work More Hours

Tuesday, 8 August 2023 10:38

They also have less job security.

Workers in the lower pay bracket are more likely to work for more than ten hours a day and will also have less job security.

Minimum wage workers are 10% more likely to fear job loss and hold temporary employment contracts.

Research from the ESRI found they will  work more unsociable hours including Saturdays and Sundays.

Research and Policy Analyst with Social Justice Ireland Susanne Rogers said serious consideration should be given to the introduction of a  living wage:

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