Labour left-wingers have written to the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, demanding a “floor” in his Job Support Scheme from November 1 to ensure no one is left on less than minimum wage

The left-wing backbenchers have penned a letter to Chancellor Rishi Sunak demanding an income “floor” in his Job Support Scheme.

Under the scheme, which begins on Sunday, workers whose venues are shut down will get 67% of their wage.

But that means many low-paid staff will get less than minimum wage – with those over 25 getting as little as £5.81 an hour.

The left-wing MPs – who also include John McDonnell and Diane Abbott – demand a “floor” so that no worker on the JSS will get less than the minimum wage for their age bracket.