Darren Jones speaks to the media as minimum wages rise by 6.7%

The video discusses the government's announcement of a nearly 7% increase in the National Living Wage, which will benefit full-time workers with an additional £1400 annually. It highlights the importance of a pro-worker, pro-business approach to boost productivity and economic growth. The government emphasizes growth as its primary mission to improve living standards and ensure sustainable financing for public services. The video concludes with a commitment to maintaining current tax rates as promised in the Labour government's manifesto.

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