Minister Brug updates on minimum hourly wage effective January 1, 2026

GREAT BAY--Minister of Labour Affairs Hon. Richinel Brug today announced an adjustment to the minimum hourly wage in accordance with Article 13, Subsection 1 of the Landsverordening Minimumlonen (Minimum Wage Ordinance).

This update reflects the 0.65 percent increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the second quarter of 2025 compared to the same quarter of 2024, as established by the Department of Statistics.

Effective January 1, 2026, the new minimum hourly wage will be XCG 10.93.

The Ministry emphasizes that it remains committed to responsibly aligning the minimum wage with economic indicators and ensuring that annual updates continue to provide incremental support to workers.

Minister Brug noted, “This yearly indexation ensures that the minimum wage continues to reflect shifts in the cost of living.”

The Ministry will continue monitoring economic developments to ensure that labor policies remain fair, balanced and sustainable.

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