The reforms are also aimed at clearing a backlog of cases.

The government will regularly name and shame employers who breach national minimum wage rules as part of reforms expected to be announced by Rachel Reeves.

A Treasury source said the expected changes will provide further protection to vulnerable workers and ensure businesses have no place to hide.

The reforms are also aimed at clearing a backlog of cases.

The Treasury source said: “This government is cracking down on unscrupulous employers to protect the country’s lowest-paid workers and ensure fair pay for hard work.”

“We are sending a clear message – those who short change their staff will not be allowed to hide.”

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