Nigel Farage Criticized at Prime Minister's Questions Over Second Jobs Income
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faced criticism during Prime Minister's Questions for earning over £1 million from additional jobs since the general election while questioning the value of the minimum wage for younger workers.
Farage's Earnings and Minimum Wage Comments
Alongside his £93,904 MP salary, Farage's substantial income from second jobs sparked controversy, especially after he suggested the minimum wage for young people might be too high.
Deputy Prime Minister's Response
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, standing in for Keir Starmer, mocked Farage for profiting significantly as an ambassador for Direct Bullion, a precious metals and gold dealer.
Mr Lammy ridiculed Mr Farage for making "quite a lot" out of being an ambassador for Direct Bullion.
In reply, Farage acknowledged the comment with a thumbs-up while seated on the opposition benches.
Labour MP Raises Local Concerns
Labour MP Adam Thompson highlighted the increased national minimum wage for young people during PMQs, noting the contrast with the much lower wages from the past.
"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."
This exchange underscores tensions around income sources and minimum wage policy.
Author's Summary
Nigel Farage's high earnings from second jobs, alongside his skepticism of youth minimum wage increases, drew sharp criticism from political opponents during PMQs.