Nigel Farage Criticized at Prime Minister's Questions
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faced criticism during Prime Minister's Questions for earning over £1 million from additional jobs while questioning the minimum wage for young workers.
Farage's Earnings and Position
Since the general election, Farage has accumulated income from second jobs exceeding £1 million, supplementing his £93,904 MP salary. Earlier this week, he implied that the minimum wage for younger employees might be too high.
Deputy Prime Minister's Response
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, standing in for Keir Starmer, mocked Farage’s earnings, highlighting his role as an ambassador for Direct Bullion, a gold and precious metals dealer.
“He makes quite a lot out of being an ambassador for Direct Bullion,” said Mr. Lammy.
Farage acknowledged the comment by giving a thumbs-up while sitting on the opposition benches.
Labour MP Raises Minimum Wage Concern
Adam Thompson, Labour MP for Erewash, brought up the issue during PMQs, stating:
“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 significant earnings from second jobs sparked sharp scrutiny during PMQs, especially as he challenged recently increased minimum wages for youth.
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