Nigel Farage Criticized Over Earnings and Minimum Wage Comments
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faced criticism during Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) for earning over £1 million from additional jobs since the general election, while simultaneously questioning the minimum wage for young workers.
Farage's Additional Income and Minimum Wage Stance
In addition to his £93,904 MP salary, Farage has accumulated significant earnings from his secondary roles. Earlier this week, he cast doubt on the current minimum wage for younger employees, implying it might be set too high.
Responses at Prime Minister's Questions
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, substituting for Keir Starmer at PMQs, mocked Farage's earnings from his role as an ambassador for Direct Bullion, a precious metals and gold dealer.
Mr Lammy ridiculed Farage for making "quite a lot" from his position at Direct Bullion.
Farage responded by giving a thumbs-up while sitting on the opposition benches.
Labour MP Raises Minimum Wage Issue
Adam Thompson, Labour MP for Erewash, highlighted the matter during PMQs by noting the government’s significant increases in the national minimum wage for young people. He contrasted this with his own early earnings:
"Since this government has massively boosted the national minimum wage for young people, my constituents in Erewash earn far more than the £3.40 an hour I got paid in my first job just 17 years ago."
Summary
Nigel Farage’s considerable earnings from second jobs and his view on youth minimum wage sparked sharp criticism and debate during Prime Minister's Questions.
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