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BIZARRE: California fast food workers get 20 hourly minimum - What They Never Told You

Happy feel: Most workers at California fast food outlets are entitled to a $20 per hour minimum wage from April 1 (Credit: AFP)

The minimum wage for many fast food workers in California rose to $20 per hour on Monday, sparking joy for employees but warnings of likely price increases in the state which already faces a high cost of living.

Staff flipping burgers or making tacos at large chain restaurants will now be guaranteed one of the highest base rates in the country.

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