As it stands, lower rates apply for those under 20.
The Low Pay Commission is recommending the same minimum wage rate be introduced for all age groups.
The current law allows for lower rates of pay for those under the age of 20.
The minimum wage for 19-year-olds is 90% of the prevailing rate, while for 18-year-olds it's 80%, and 70% for those 17 and under.
Pat McDonagh, Managing Director of Supermac's, believes those above the age of 20 should be paid more to reflect their experience:
Offaly Gardaí Renew Appeal For Witnesses To Collision
The collision, involved a car and two pedestrians.
Bord Bia Has “Torn the Heart Out of Irish Farming” - Laois TD
Willie Aird addressed the chair of Bord Bia in a meeting.
Laois County Council Approves 80-Metre Weather Mast
There was a number of objections against the planning application.
Gardaí Return To Westmeath Island Where Human Remains Were Discovered
Human remains were found in Lough Ree earlier this week.
Offaly TD Joins Chorus Calling For Resignation Of Bord Bia Chair
Larry Murrin appeared before the Oireachtas Agriculture Committee in Leinster House yesterday.
Heavy Rain Continues To Fall Nationwide
Laois and Carlow will emerge from their advisory at 9am.
Fresh Start For Laois Domestic Violence Refuge As New Partner Sought
The construction funding deadline has been rescheduled until March 1st.
St Brigid’s Cross Workshop Takes Place In Westmeath
The workshop is being facilitated by Ciara Lawless.
Rose of Tralee To Headline I Wish Festival
The festival takes place at the RDS in Dublin this evening.
Portiuncula Hospital Opens New Maternity Outpatient Facility
The Hospital unveiled its new outpatient facility last month.
Emergency Services Attend Scene Of Multi Vehicle Crash In Westmeath
The incident took place this afternoon.
Gardaí Search For Missing Midlands Man
Gigi Florian Calin was last seen on Wednesday.
Award Winning Midlands 103 Presenter Co Directs Short Film In Laois
A screening of Poulastore will take place at the Dunamaise Arts Centre this Saturday.
IFA President Backs Protests As Dawn Farm Controversy Escalates
Bord Bia Chairperson Larry Murrin is being questioned by TDs and Senators today.
Supreme Court Upholds High Court Ruling On Laois Windfarm
The Coolglass Windfarm proposed 13 turbines in the Swan and Timahoe areas.
Flood Risk Grows Across Midlands Under Yellow And Orange Alerts
Laois are under a yellow weather warning until tomorrow morning.
Laois TD Concerned For Resident's Welfare In Nursing Home License Fallout
The Nursing Home is located in Brockley Park in Laois.
Offaly Boxer Set For Honorary Grand Marshal Role
The Tullamore Parade will be held on Tuesday, March 17, starting at 11.30 a.m.
Midlands Jobs At Risk Following Eurogiant Liquidation Announcement
A total of 640 people nationwide are employed by Eurogiant.
RSA Warns Laois Motorists Over Heavy Rain Warning
A number of weather warnings are in now place for counties across the country.
