Following the successful Legislation update for 2021 and then 2022 for payroll by PAYadvice.UK with 20 thousand hits and downloads … Continue reading Legislation updates 2023 for payroll
New law gives more say over working hours
Law will combat ‘one-sided flexibility’, where workers are often on standby for work that never comes Friday 3rd February 2023, … Continue reading New law gives more say over working hours
Boost your childcare budget this half term
Families looking for childcare places during February half term could be missing out on a government top-up to help pay … Continue reading Boost your childcare budget this half term
HMRC interest rates increased
HMRC interest rates for late payments will be revised following the Bank of England interest rate rise to 4%. The … Continue reading HMRC interest rates increased
Plans to regulate crypto and protect consumers
The government will set out plans to robustly regulate cryptoasset activities – to provide confidence and clarity to consumers and … Continue reading Plans to regulate crypto and protect consumers
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s speech at Bloomberg
In his speech Friday 27th January 2023, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt set out his vision for long-term prosperity in the UK. … Continue reading Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s speech at Bloomberg
Jobseekers urged to watch out for 7 signs of job scams
DBS is putting jobseekers on alert for the scams that could leave them victims of theft and fraud. Jobseekers are … Continue reading Jobseekers urged to watch out for 7 signs of job scams
Automatic Enrolment Earnings Trigger and Qualifying Earnings Band for 2023/24.
I am pleased to be able to let you know that I have today [26th January 2023] announced the outcome … Continue reading Automatic Enrolment Earnings Trigger and Qualifying Earnings Band for 2023/24.
Tackling illegal working
The Home Office has ramped up immigration enforcement activity in the month since the Prime Minister’s pledge to boost raids … Continue reading Tackling illegal working
Crack down on ‘fire and rehire’ practices
Plans for a new statutory code will crack down on unscrupulous employers that use controversial dismissal tactics courts to be … Continue reading Crack down on ‘fire and rehire’ practices
One week left to file Self Assessment for the remaining 3.4 million outstanding
Millions still to file their Self Assessment tax return with one week left. With one week to go until the … Continue reading One week left to file Self Assessment for the remaining 3.4 million outstanding
Support for bereaved families to be extended
Bereaved cohabitees with dependent children will soon be eligible for additional financial support, following a successful debate in the House … Continue reading Support for bereaved families to be extended
Coronation weekend celebrations that will bring communities together
Millions of people across the country and the Commonwealth are invited to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King … Continue reading Coronation weekend celebrations that will bring communities together
Five more tax avoidance schemes named
HMRC names 5 more tax avoidance schemes, as part of their crack-down on tax avoidance promoters. HM Revenue and Customs … Continue reading Five more tax avoidance schemes named
TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR CAREER
If you want to get back to work in 2023, there is help. Whether you’re looking to change your career … Continue reading TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR CAREER
From pensioners to teenagers, who files a tax return
People aged 65 and over accounted for 16% of those who filed a tax return for the 2020 to 2021 … Continue reading From pensioners to teenagers, who files a tax return
Calculating holiday entitlement for part-year and irregular hours workers
The Government are seeking views on proposals to pro-rata holiday entitlement for part-year and irregular hours workers based on the … Continue reading Calculating holiday entitlement for part-year and irregular hours workers
Thinking about holidays? Passport fees are rising!
The government does not make any profit from the cost of passport applications The government will introduce new passport fees … Continue reading Thinking about holidays? Passport fees are rising!
Cost of living boost for students
Financial package to help students with living costs and a further freeze on tuition fees. Students in need are to … Continue reading Cost of living boost for students
Tax repayment agents to have Greater control and protection for taxpayers
HMRC to introduce legislation to change the way repayment agents are paid for their services to better protect taxpayers and … Continue reading Tax repayment agents to have Greater control and protection for taxpayers
Hiring toolkit supports care providers with safer recruitment
A first-of-its-kind Better Hiring Toolkit has been launched, providing an essential guide for care sector employers to make informed, safer … Continue reading Hiring toolkit supports care providers with safer recruitment
Take the bus – Get around for £2
millions across England can travel by bus for £2 due to a £60 million government fund to bring down the … Continue reading Take the bus – Get around for £2
Plan to build an innovative economy
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's plan to build an innovative economy delivering more jobs and higher pay. In the short time … Continue reading Plan to build an innovative economy
Millions of runs completed using Couch to 5k app
Over 6 million runs were completed using the NHS Couch to 5K app between 1st January and 29th December 2022. … Continue reading Millions of runs completed using Couch to 5k app
Scottish Earnings Arrestment change April 2023
The Scottish Minister for Public Finance, Planning and Community Wealth has written to the Economy and Fair Work Committee to … Continue reading Scottish Earnings Arrestment change April 2023
It’s a cracker! 3,275 file tax returns on Christmas Day
As millions of people enjoyed Christmas festivities, for 3,275, Christmas Day was the perfect time to file their Self Assessment … Continue reading It’s a cracker! 3,275 file tax returns on Christmas Day
Holiday activity clubs to continue in 2023
Government confirms funding for holiday activities and food programme for 2023, supporting hundreds of thousands of children from low-income families. … Continue reading Holiday activity clubs to continue in 2023
Students warned to lookout for phishing and online scams.
The Student Loans Company (SLC) is reminding students to be on the lookout for phishing and online scams as the … Continue reading Students warned to lookout for phishing and online scams.
Intervention to keep rail fares down
rail fare increases for 2023 to be capped at 5.9% – 6.4 percentage points below July 2022’s RPI biggest ever … Continue reading Intervention to keep rail fares down
More warnings to medical staff about dirty umbrellas
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are advising users of the named schemes promoted by Charteris Management Ltd (CML) to withdraw … Continue reading More warnings to medical staff about dirty umbrellas
Spring Budget 2023 – 15th March 2023
Today I can inform the House that I have asked the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) to prepare a forecast … Continue reading Spring Budget 2023 – 15th March 2023
Christmas season Benefit payment date adjustments confirmed
The Department for Work & Pensions have confirmed adjustments to the Christmas season related payment date adjustments. If there is … Continue reading Christmas season Benefit payment date adjustments confirmed
Get Around for £2 by bus
New scheme to help passengers save on bus fares launched across over 130 bus operators. millions of people across England … Continue reading Get Around for £2 by bus
Get your Self Assessment wrapped up in time for Christmas
With Christmas nearly here, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is encouraging Self Assessment filers to put their tax return at … Continue reading Get your Self Assessment wrapped up in time for Christmas
Government to close of Help to Grow: Digital scheme
Last chance for businesses to access Help to Grow: Digital scheme as government announces closure of the programme Last discounts … Continue reading Government to close of Help to Grow: Digital scheme
HMRC late payment interest rates revised
HMRC interest rates for late payments will be revised following the Bank of England interest rate rise to 3.5%. The … Continue reading HMRC late payment interest rates revised
SIA leads joint operation to identify illegal working practices and tax fraud
The Security Industry Authority (SIA), HMRC and West Midlands Police recently carried out a joint operation in Birmingham to ensure … Continue reading SIA leads joint operation to identify illegal working practices and tax fraud
Scottish Budget confirms tax proposals for April 2023
The Scottish Budget 2023-2024 was presented to the Scottish Parliament on Thursday 15 December 2022 some 30 minutes later than … Continue reading Scottish Budget confirms tax proposals for April 2023
Welsh Income Tax April 2023
Welsh Rates of Income Tax (WRIT) The process for Wales involves the UK Government reducing each of the three income … Continue reading Welsh Income Tax April 2023
HMRC service issues – response
Jim Harra, HMRC Chief Executive and First Permanent Secretary, has written to the Chair of the Treasury Committee in response … Continue reading HMRC service issues – response
It’s the season of Self Assessment!
With the 31st January 2023 fast approaching, many UK taxpayers will need to be progressing their Self Assessment filing for … Continue reading It’s the season of Self Assessment!
£1.97 million awarded to support women in the workplace
Sixteen organisations across England will receive share of £1.97 million from the government to support women experiencing reproductive health issues … Continue reading £1.97 million awarded to support women in the workplace
Getting your tax code right!
PAYE notice of coding, also known as a P2 gives taxpayers an explanation of what their tax code is and … Continue reading Getting your tax code right!
December 2022 Employer Bulletin
HMRC have published their December 2022 edition of the employers bulletin. It covers a multitude of topics: PAYE Your employees … Continue reading December 2022 Employer Bulletin
Cost of living – Mortgage lenders’ commitments to borrowers
The Chancellor met with major lenders, Martin Lewis, and the FCA to discuss how lenders can support those who may … Continue reading Cost of living – Mortgage lenders’ commitments to borrowers
First Freeports launched
The United Kingdom’s first Freeports in Plymouth, Solent, and Teesside are now fully up and running after receiving final government … Continue reading First Freeports launched
Millions to be able to request flexible working on day one of employment
Workers to have a greater say over when, where, and how they work under new government plans to make flexible … Continue reading Millions to be able to request flexible working on day one of employment
Tax year 2023/2024: Car and van fuel benefit charge increased
HM Revenue and Customs have confirmed the decision to increase the Expenses and Benefits rates for tax year 2023/2024, effective … Continue reading Tax year 2023/2024: Car and van fuel benefit charge increased
Significant minimum pay rise may impact employer reward strategies
Employers may need to review their reward strategies! With the proposal of the Low Pay Commission (LPC) for a significant … Continue reading Significant minimum pay rise may impact employer reward strategies
Student Loan Thresholds Confirmed for April 2023
As part of the April 2023 changes to payroll, the HMRC Software Developers Support Team (SDST) has additionally confirmed the … Continue reading Student Loan Thresholds Confirmed for April 2023
Statutory Sick Pay increases from April 2023 to £109.40
Following the government Autumn Statement on 17th November 2023 and the indication that benefits would rise by 10.1%, the Statutory … Continue reading Statutory Sick Pay increases from April 2023 to £109.40
Statutory Parental Payment increased by 10.1% from April 2023 to £172.48
Following the governments Autumn Statement on 17th November 2022 and indication that benefits would rise by 10.1%, it has been … Continue reading Statutory Parental Payment increased by 10.1% from April 2023 to £172.48
Payroll 2023-24: Allowances, Rates and Thresholds from 6 April 2023
Dear PAYadvice.UK, Following the Autumn Statement of 17 November 2022 we can confirm the following information for payroll 2023-24. Where … Continue reading Payroll 2023-24: Allowances, Rates and Thresholds from 6 April 2023
Child Care Vouchers – 2023/2024 Basic Earnings Assessment Calculator
An employer who provides childcare vouchers to employees are required to undertake an annual Basic Earnings Assessment (BEA) prior to … Continue reading Child Care Vouchers – 2023/2024 Basic Earnings Assessment Calculator
Christmas workers can save time with HMRC app
New employees can use the secure HMRC app to find out their personal tax information and pass details on to … Continue reading Christmas workers can save time with HMRC app
Drive to help over 50s re-join the jobs market
Over nine million 50+ workers now on payrolls, an increase of more than 210,000 since last year. Network of dedicated … Continue reading Drive to help over 50s re-join the jobs market
HMRC Loan charge discovery assessments
Disguised remuneration loan schemes were used to avoid paying Income Tax and National Insurance contributions. Those classed as having a … Continue reading HMRC Loan charge discovery assessments
Autumn Statement 2022
Dear PAYadvice.UK, The Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt MP, made his Autumn Statement speech. The Chancellor … Continue reading Autumn Statement 2022
National Minimum and Living Wage rise for April 2023
The government states it is committed to ending low pay. From 1st April 2023, the National Living Wage (NLW) will … Continue reading National Minimum and Living Wage rise for April 2023
Chancellor delivers plan for stability, growth and public services
The Chancellor has, Thursday 17th November 2022, announced the Autumn Statement, its aim to restore stability to the economy, protect … Continue reading Chancellor delivers plan for stability, growth and public services
Reward and Payroll Summit – part 2 – The 4 day week
Ann-Marie Wittan So the next sessions go into streams and I’ve attended one covering the move from a 5 day … Continue reading Reward and Payroll Summit – part 2 – The 4 day week
Reward and Payroll Summit – part 2 – The 4 day week
Ann-Marie Wittan So the next sessions go into streams and I’ve attended one covering the move from a 5 day … Continue reading Reward and Payroll Summit – part 2 – The 4 day week
Reward and Payroll Summit 2022 – part 1
Thursday 17th November 2022, and great to be amongst payroll and reward professionals at the Reward & Payroll Summit at … Continue reading Reward and Payroll Summit 2022 – part 1
Early education vital for children born during lockdown
Ofsted has published the first in a series of reviews on early years education. The review underpins the inspectorate’s new … Continue reading Early education vital for children born during lockdown
Time’s up for rogue landlords
Government toughen inspection of failing landlords and improve support for residents in supported housing. Rogue landlords who exploit the supported … Continue reading Time’s up for rogue landlords
Nation falls silent on Remembrance Sunday
National two-minute silence takes place to remember those who died in conflict Members of the Royal Family and senior politicians … Continue reading Nation falls silent on Remembrance Sunday
Payroll Service Summit – part 2
The afternoon has started with a welcome back from Paul Spiers of Experian. Paul Spiers Experian (by psp 2022) Experien … Continue reading Payroll Service Summit – part 2
Ten years of Automatic Enrolment – over £114bn pension savings
Automatic Enrolment has helped millions put more into their pension pots than ever before, according to new figures released to … Continue reading Ten years of Automatic Enrolment – over £114bn pension savings
Payroll Services Summit 2022 – Part 1
Setting for the Payroll Services Summit 2022 (by psp 2022) It’s great to be amongst the payroll service community at … Continue reading Payroll Services Summit 2022 – Part 1
New Minister for Pensions – Laura Trott
Laura Trott is the new Minister for Pensions with responsibility for pensioner benefits including the State Pension, private and occupational … Continue reading New Minister for Pensions – Laura Trott
Online payment plans help 21,600 pay their Self Assessment bill
Self Assessment filers are using the self-serve Time to Pay facility to spread the cost of their tax bill. Since … Continue reading Online payment plans help 21,600 pay their Self Assessment bill
Reversal of National Insurance Increase takes effect
From today , 6 November 2022, the 1.25% point cut to National Insurance rates for employees and employers takes effect … Continue reading Reversal of National Insurance Increase takes effect
HMRC late payment interest rates change
HMRC interest rates for late payments will be revised following the Bank of England interest rate rise to 3%. The … Continue reading HMRC late payment interest rates change
8th May 2023 Bank holiday proclaimed
The Prime Minister has proclaimed an additional bank holiday to mark the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. The … Continue reading 8th May 2023 Bank holiday proclaimed
19 million plus households have received council tax rebates
The government is extending the deadline for claims as over 99% of households receive the payment. 99% of eligible households … Continue reading 19 million plus households have received council tax rebates
Free legal advice pilot helping people facing financial difficulties
Around 20,000 people facing debt difficulties will be invited to receive free early-stage legal advice through a new pilot launched … Continue reading Free legal advice pilot helping people facing financial difficulties
Autumn Statement 17th November 2022
The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt have agreed that the Autumn Statement will now be delivered … Continue reading Autumn Statement 17th November 2022
Rishi Sunak appointed as Prime Minister.
The King received The Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP at Buckingham Palace Tuesday 25th October 2022. His Majesty asked him … Continue reading Rishi Sunak appointed as Prime Minister.
Guernsey Class 1 contributions 2023
The States of Guernsey have voted and approved the Class 1 contribution changes which are to apply from 1st January … Continue reading Guernsey Class 1 contributions 2023
New campaign urges millions to boost their immunity this winter
COVID-19 and flu campaign launches to encourage eligible people to get their vaccines ahead of the winter. A new country-wide … Continue reading New campaign urges millions to boost their immunity this winter
PAYE RTI 2023-24: Technical Pack updated
The HMRC Software Developer Support Team have notified updates to the Real Time Information technical specifications and an update to … Continue reading PAYE RTI 2023-24: Technical Pack updated
October 2022 HMRC Employer Bulletin
HMRC have published their October 2022 edition of the employers bulletin. It covers a multitude of topics: PAYE Reduction in … Continue reading October 2022 HMRC Employer Bulletin
Christmas 2022 and New Year 2023 – when are the Bank Holidays and what about paying early?
As Christmas Day and New Year’s Day fall on weekends, neither is a bank holiday and therefore substitute days are … Continue reading Christmas 2022 and New Year 2023 – when are the Bank Holidays and what about paying early?
Boost for carers who will receive new unpaid leave entitlement
New laws introduced entitling unpaid carers to 1 week of unpaid leave a year. new laws introduced entitling unpaid carers … Continue reading Boost for carers who will receive new unpaid leave entitlement
Government backs new law to help pregnant women and new parents stay in work
New government-backed law to offer pregnant women and new parents greater protection against redundancy new government-backed law to offer pregnant … Continue reading Government backs new law to help pregnant women and new parents stay in work
Families claiming tax credits to receive second Cost of Living Payment from 23rd November 2022
Tax credits only customers will receive their second Cost of Living payment from 23rd November 2022. More than one million … Continue reading Families claiming tax credits to receive second Cost of Living Payment from 23rd November 2022
Office for Veterans’ Affairs launches new group to step up veteran employment
Employers across the UK have joined a new group to support the government on helping veterans get into employment. Businesses … Continue reading Office for Veterans’ Affairs launches new group to step up veteran employment
Prime-minister Liz Truss resigns
At 1.30pm Thursday 20th October 2022, the prime minister announced her resignation. 2022 will be the year of three prime … Continue reading Prime-minister Liz Truss resigns
Chancellor brings forward further Medium-Term Fiscal Plan measures
Dear PAYadvice, Please share the following message sent on behalf of the HMRC External Affairs Team. Earlier today the Chancellor of … Continue reading Chancellor brings forward further Medium-Term Fiscal Plan measures
Chancellor Statement – 17th October 2022
Speech to the House of Commons as delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. Mr Speaker, The central responsibility of any government … Continue reading Chancellor Statement – 17th October 2022
Pensions Dashboards – coming soon to a screen near you
Monday 17th October 2022 saw regulations to enable millions of UK savers to access their pensions information at the touch … Continue reading Pensions Dashboards – coming soon to a screen near you
Free legal advice expanded to help thousands more people at risk
Thousands of domestic abuse victims will be able to access free legal advice and representation under new changes to the … Continue reading Free legal advice expanded to help thousands more people at risk
Chancellor brings forward further Medium-Term Fiscal Plan measures
The Chancellor of The Exchequer Jeremy Hunt has, Monday 17th October 2022, brought forward a number of measures from 31st … Continue reading Chancellor brings forward further Medium-Term Fiscal Plan measures
U-Turn on Corporation Tax
The government on Friday 14th October 2022, announced (as part of the PM pres conference) that Corporation Tax will increase … Continue reading U-Turn on Corporation Tax
HMRC refunding Tax Credits Ltd clients
Taxpayers who have reclaimed tax payments using the repayment agent Tax Credits Ltd since December 2021 are being directly refunded by … Continue reading HMRC refunding Tax Credits Ltd clients
New Starter Checklist for PAYE available
HM Revenue and Customs have launched a New Starter Checklist as an alternative way for new employees to ensure their … Continue reading New Starter Checklist for PAYE available
PM press conference: 14th October 2022
Prime Minister Liz Truss's opening remarks: Good afternoon, My conviction that this country needs to go for growth is rooted … Continue reading PM press conference: 14th October 2022
New Chancellor and Secretary to the Treasury appointed
King Charles III has been pleased to approve the following appointments: Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt MP as Chancellor of the … Continue reading New Chancellor and Secretary to the Treasury appointed
Chancellor accepts request to stand aside
Friday 14th October 2022 saw one of the shortest service Chancellor of the Exchequer as Kwasi Kwarteng stands aside at … Continue reading Chancellor accepts request to stand aside
Coronation Saturday 6th May 2023
Buckingham Palace is pleased to announce that the Coronation of His Majesty The King will take place on Saturday 6th … Continue reading Coronation Saturday 6th May 2023
Medium-Term Fiscal Plan (Budget)
The Chancellor has commissioned the OBR’s forecast for 31st October 2022, and will publish the Medium-Term Fiscal Plan on the … Continue reading Medium-Term Fiscal Plan (Budget)