Legislation updates 2027 for payroll

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Originally started in readiness for 2021, PAYadvice.UK are constructing its popular PAYadvice Series Legislation Update 2027 for payroll. We believe that PAYadvice was the first organisation in the UK to bring together the various resources needed by payroll professional and payroll software developers in preparation for the April 2021 through April 2026 changes, even to … Continue reading Legislation updates 2027 for payroll →

New, easier way to share your online basic DBS check result

Applicants can now share their basic DBS check result directly with an employer or other third party, helping to make recruitment checks quicker and easier. Quicker, simpler sharing The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has introduced a new way for applicants to share their online basic DBS check result. Previously, applicants had to forward emails and instructions … Continue reading New, easier way to share your online basic DBS check result →

Stronger protections for pregnant women and new parents against unfair dismissal

Tribunals to use a new, stricter, approach for dismissal cases involving pregnant women and new parents from 2027 Pregnant women and new parents will now have stronger safeguards to protect them from unfair dismissal, requiring employers to go further than ever before. • New protections will also extend to employees on adoption, shared parental, neonatal … Continue reading Stronger protections for pregnant women and new parents against unfair dismissal →

Is Your Business Really NMW Compliant?

Back in July 2026, Simon Parsons of PAYadvice.UK joined the award winning Fair Work Solution teams Podcast with Wendy Muirhead tackling the question of 'Is Your Business Really NMW Compliant?' With the launch of the Fair Work Agency and their first naming and shaming list of NMW breach employers, its still looking as if many … Continue reading Is Your Business Really NMW Compliant? →

HMRC – Help to prevent payroll errors and PAYE RTI disputed charges — GfC22

HMRC provide new guidance on errors HMRC have issued new promotional information on help to prevent RTI errors on HMRC systems. Although they state it as ‘Help to prevent payroll errors’, often there are no errors in the payroll yet the employers account at HMRC does not balance leading to what may be termed a … Continue reading HMRC – Help to prevent payroll errors and PAYE RTI disputed charges — GfC22 →

Podcast Episode: Christmas 2026 and New Year 2027 – when are the Bank Holidays and what about pay

Pip: PAYadvice.UK — where the festive season preparation for payroll arrives in October, because payroll waits for no one. Mara: psimonparsons has been digging into the Christmas and New Year 2026 to 2027 bank holiday picture — when they fall, what employers owe, and how early payroll runs interact with Universal Credit. Pip: Let's start … Continue reading Podcast Episode: Christmas 2026 and New Year 2027 – when are the Bank Holidays and what about pay →

Employer Bulletin: October 2026

HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues that may affect them.  The August edition of the Employer Bulletin brings the latest HMRC updates and guidance to support employers, payroll professionals and agents.  The October 2026 edition of Employer Bulletin includes articles on:  PAYE Payrolling … Continue reading Employer Bulletin: October 2026 →

Payrolling 2027 – non-mandated benefit registration

Voluntary registration for non-mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind  HMRC have confirmed that from November 2026, employers can register to voluntarily payroll non-mandated benefits for the 2027 to 2028 tax year, using the payrolling benefits and expenses online service.  Class 1A applies to voluntary Payrolling From 6th April 2027, employers who voluntarily choose to payroll … Continue reading Payrolling 2027 – non-mandated benefit registration →

Payrolling 2027 – BIK Class 1A calculation rounding

The HMRC Software Developers Support team have provided some further detail for developers in relation to the BIK Class 1A National Insurance Contributions (NICs) rounding rules as part of the MPBiKs measure. These rounding rules will apply to all payrolled benefits in kind which attract Class 1A from 6th April 2027 and align with the existing Class … Continue reading Payrolling 2027 – BIK Class 1A calculation rounding →

SSP1 form updates – zero average earnings exclusion

The DWP and DHSC Joint Work and Health Directorate have updated form SSP1 on 12th October 2026 with an added reason for use by employers for non-payment of SSP. This relates to the changes introduced from 6th April 2026 where waiting days and earnings tests were removed. The form has been adjusted to include an … Continue reading SSP1 form updates – zero average earnings exclusion →

Christmas 2026 and New Year 2027 – when are the Bank Holidays and what about paying early?

For the third year running, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day don’t fall on weekends, however, Boxing Day is a Saturday and so the following Monday becomes a substitute day. And for Scotland the extended New Year celebrations which normally include the 2nd January which for 2027 is also a Saturday creating a substitute Bank … Continue reading Christmas 2026 and New Year 2027 – when are the Bank Holidays and what about paying early? →

Real Living Wage increases to £14.10 in UK and £15.45 in London

Half a million workers are set for a pay boost worth over £1,250 a year as nearly 17,000 employers are signed up to pay the real Living Wage, including IKEA, Uniqlo and Everton FC. One in seven UK employees works for a Living Wage Employer.  This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Living Wage campaign, … Continue reading Real Living Wage increases to £14.10 in UK and £15.45 in London →

New action to crackdown on bogus self-employment loopholes

Over 900,000 people could benefit from new plans which include measures to crack down on bogus self-employment. More workers to gain access to the National Minimum Wage and holiday pay. Proposals will also make it easier for 900,000 people to access rights they should already be entitled to and improve the rights of the genuinely … Continue reading New action to crackdown on bogus self-employment loopholes →

Payrolling 2027 – Globally Mobile Employees can be exempted

The government has now confirmed that Employers will have the option to voluntarily except Globally Mobile Employees (GMEs) from mandatory payrolling from 6th April 2027. In these cases, employers may continue to use existing year-end reporting arrangements through forms P11D and P11D(b). HMRC indicate that this will be managed through a separate exception process. What are … Continue reading Payrolling 2027 – Globally Mobile Employees can be exempted →

Payrolling 2027 – Class 1A to apply to both mandatory and voluntary items

Another piece of the mandatory payrolling changes is confirmed by the government: From 6th April 2027 the position on applying real time Class 1A calculation in year is to be applied to all benefits in kind that have been payrolled. April 2027 brings into play two different payrolled benefit treatments: Mandatory Payrolling (excepting globally mobile … Continue reading Payrolling 2027 – Class 1A to apply to both mandatory and voluntary items →

Millions of people to benefit from simpler, more secure way to sign in to government services

Passkeys are being rolled out across GOV.UK One Login, giving more than 23 million users a faster and more secure way to access government services. Passkeys are being rolled out across GOV.UK One Login, giving more than 23 million users a faster and more secure way to access government services, such as accessing childcare services or renewing … Continue reading Millions of people to benefit from simpler, more secure way to sign in to government services →

7 million in the dark about their State Pension

HM Revenue and Customs is encouraging people to check their State Pension forecast using the HMRC app during Pension Awareness Week. Research shows 45 to 54-year-olds are more likely than any other age group to have never checked their State Pension, despite it being a key time for retirement planning. One in eight adults have … Continue reading 7 million in the dark about their State Pension →

Happy National Payroll Week – the 28th annual celebration

In the queue for NPW 2026 at Sky Gardens Monday 7th September saw the evening celebration of the National Payroll Week at the London Sky Gardens. The 28th annual celebration of the payroll industry. Sky Gardens view by PSP With spectacular view of the City of London and wider areas, the industries great and good … Continue reading Happy National Payroll Week – the 28th annual celebration →

658 employers shamed for illegally “Short-changing staff”

Around £4 million has been repaid to 27,000 workers. Latest list of employers who have underpaid workers revealed as Government hands enforcement powers to new dedicated body.  658 employers named for failing to pay staff the National Minimum Wage, with £4 million returned directly to workers.  Thousands of workers given more room to breathe as … Continue reading 658 employers shamed for illegally “Short-changing staff” →

Employer Bulletin: August 2026

HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues that may affect them.  The August edition of the Employer Bulletin brings the latest HMRC updates and guidance to support employers, payroll professionals and agents.  The August 2026 edition of Employer Bulletin includes articles on:  PAYE Tax … Continue reading Employer Bulletin: August 2026 →

Second tax adviser registration window now open

HMRC has opened the second phase of mandatory tax adviser registration, with eligible advisers required to register by 18th November 2026. Phase two of the new online registration requirement for tax advisers rolls out. Advisers with Self Assessment or Corporation Tax accounts, but without an agent services account (ASA), now need to register. Advisers who … Continue reading Second tax adviser registration window now open →

Free bus travel 24/7 for disabled people

Eligible disabled people across England will get free bus travel all day, every day, after the Prime Minister announced Tuesday 18th August 2026 that the government will lift time restrictions on concessionary passes. Disabled people across England can soon travel on buses for free all day, every day Time restrictions on concessionary passes to be … Continue reading Free bus travel 24/7 for disabled people →

Extend Child Benefit for your teen before 31st August 2026

Parents have until 31st August 2026 to extend Child Benefit for their 16 to 19-year-olds who are continuing in non-advanced approved education or training. Parents of 16 to 19-year-olds starting further education or approved training courses must extend their Child Benefit claim by 31st August 2026 or payments will stop automatically. GCSE results day on … Continue reading Extend Child Benefit for your teen before 31st August 2026 →

AI bootcamp launched in north-west to combat youth unemployment

Young people out of work or at risk of entering unemployment after school are set to benefit from a first of its kind AI bootcamp kicking off in the north-west. AI summer bootcamp kicks off in the north-west to prevent young people falling into unemployment First of its kind initiative brings together government with industry … Continue reading AI bootcamp launched in north-west to combat youth unemployment →

Do Student Loans discriminate against mothers?

The student loans system was supposed to be a safe and fair way for everyone who seeks further education to get the funds they need. It may come as a shock to some, but women on maternity leave in the UK who are paying off their student loans still accrue interest when they are on … Continue reading Do Student Loans discriminate against mothers? →

Exam Results – Clearing the Way to University

Congratulations to all sixth form students on your results. PAYadvice.UK wish you all the best for your future plans. some will be going into work related training, others into apprenticeships and further education and some will be looking towards obtaining university places. The following is a message from Jackie Currie, Executive Director of Customer, at … Continue reading Exam Results – Clearing the Way to University →

Disabled people invited to shape recommendations of review into PIP

The Timms Review launched October 2025 with the aim of making sure PIP is fair and fit for the future. Its Interim Report, published in July 2026, found that PIP is no longer fit for purpose. Fifteen workshops being held online and in person will help shape the recommendations of the Timms Review into Personal … Continue reading Disabled people invited to shape recommendations of review into PIP →

Fair Work Agency delivery plan

The Fair Work Agency’s first delivery plan outlines priorities, actions and measures for 2026 to 2027. It explains how the agency will support workers and employers, tackle labour exploitation and prepare for the transfer of National Minimum Wage enforcement. The plan also outlines how the agency will develop digital tools to make complying with employment … Continue reading Fair Work Agency delivery plan →

April 2027 Student Loan Plan 1 Repayment Threshold announced

The Department for Education has announced on 10th August 2026 the annual update to the repayment thresholds for Plan 1 Income Contingent Student Loans The repayment threshold for Plan 1 loans will rise to £28,005 from 6th April 2027 to 5th April 2028.  What are the different student loan repayment plans? There are five student loan repayment plans for … Continue reading April 2027 Student Loan Plan 1 Repayment Threshold announced →

25 years of the Living Wage

The Living Wage Foundation published its report 16th July 2026 exploring the impact of the campaign for a real Living Wage in the UK over its 25-year history.   The report tracks the development of the movement, from its creation by low paid workers in East London in 2001, all the way through to the present day. Today, … Continue reading 25 years of the Living Wage →

Why Living Hours Employers guarantee 16 hours’ work

The Living Wage foundation For over 20 years, the Living Wage Foundation has championed decent wages, working with nearly 16,000 employers, securing over £4.2 billion in pay rises for low paid workers and changing millions of lives. But high levels of insecure work are trapping millions of people in poverty, which makes it impossible to … Continue reading Why Living Hours Employers guarantee 16 hours’ work →

Payrolling Benefits and registration

Get ready for mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind (BiKs) For employers who offer any of the mandatory benefits: Cars and Fuel Medical benefits Vans and Fuel It is important that employers start planning on both the payroll implementation aspects and how they will obtain and apply the required benefit data from their benefit providers. … Continue reading Payrolling Benefits and registration →

Mandating Payrolling of Benefits in Kind (MPBiKs) – July/August 2026 update and the revised draft RTI Data Items

The HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have updated the draft guides on Mandating Payrolling Benefits in Kind (MPBiKs) on the evening of Friday 31st July 2026. 31st July 2026 update: The default operation of mandatory payrolling Benefits in kind that come under mandatory payrolling from April 2027 have been listed. Reporting requirements The guidance has … Continue reading Mandating Payrolling of Benefits in Kind (MPBiKs) – July/August 2026 update and the revised draft RTI Data Items →

Minimum Wage Enforcement and Umbrella Deductions

Who are the Fair Work Agency (FWA)? The Fair Work Agency (FWA) is the nations single enforcement body for major employment rights, launched on 7th April 2026. One of its opening priorities is policing and enforcement of National Minimum Wage (which also includes the Hational Kiving Wage). An area of concern are umbrella deductions and … Continue reading Minimum Wage Enforcement and Umbrella Deductions →

Which Employment Rights Act changes are the hardest to adopt?

New research by workplace expert Acas shows that changes to sick pay, paternity leave and unfair dismissal will pose the greatest challenges for businesses under new rules. A recent YouGov survey, commissioned by Acas, asked employers which changes in the Employment Rights Act will be the hardest to adopt for their organisation. Nearly 1 in … Continue reading Which Employment Rights Act changes are the hardest to adopt? →

MPs push to cut employer’s National Insurance contributions for all under-25s

Employer National Insurance (NI) contributions should be cut for all workers under 25 to boost employment among the more than 1 million young people not in education, employment or training (NEET), MPs have said. In a new report, the Work and Pensions Committee welcoming early steps taken to prioritise work and training opportunities for 18 … Continue reading MPs push to cut employer’s National Insurance contributions for all under-25s →

Changes to 16-17 Saver railcards

From 17th August 2026, 16-17 Saver railcards will be valid for a full year from the purchase date and will not expire when the holder turns 18. more students aged 16 to 18 to benefit from half-price rail fares from September 2026, helping them on their commutes to school, college or training the 16-17 Saver … Continue reading Changes to 16-17 Saver railcards →

Do not to ignore Simple Assessment letters

HMRC is urging those who receive a Simple Assessment letter this summer to check it carefully and pay any tax owed by the deadline. HMRC will send Simple Assessment letters for the 2025 to 2026 tax year this summer. The letters are sent to those who have tax to pay on income that has not been … Continue reading Do not to ignore Simple Assessment letters →

Public spending must back British jobs and skills in every postcode

Government backs industry to create new British jobs and support local communities with new weighting in public contracts. Government backs industry to create new British jobs and support local communities with new weighting in public contracts. Organisations will now be assessed on how they help local people develop new skills and support young people into … Continue reading Public spending must back British jobs and skills in every postcode →

Claim tax relief for your job expenses – Vehicles you use for work

You may be able to claim tax relief if you use cars, vans, motorcycles or bicycles for work. This does not include travelling to and from your work, unless it’s a temporary place of work. How much you can claim depends on whether you’re using: a vehicle that you’ve bought or leased with your own … Continue reading Claim tax relief for your job expenses – Vehicles you use for work →

Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home

Thousands more young people will be able to gain the skills, qualifications and experience they need for future careers, as the government … rolls out a major package to break down barriers stopping access to technical education, training, and apprenticeships. New bursary supports young people by removing a key financial barrier to apprenticeships. Thousands more … Continue reading Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home →

Equal pay system to be improved

Government launches consultation, inviting businesses, workers, and civil society to help shape the next steps on equal pay reform. Further progress being made on commitment to end pay discrimination Businesses, workers, and trade unions to have a say on equal pay reform 15-week consultation aims to root out unfairness from the equal pay system so that … Continue reading Equal pay system to be improved →

Prime Minister Burnham to hand mayors a share of income tax

The Prime Minister has launched the biggest transfer of power from Westminster in a generation, giving communities greater control over the decisions that shape jobs, transport, housing and public services in their area. Biggest transfer of power, funding and responsibility from Westminster in a generation Mayors to keep a share of income tax and business … Continue reading Prime Minister Burnham to hand mayors a share of income tax →

Electric Company Car Tax increased by a third from April 2026 and more increases for the future

When the New Tax Year day 6th April 2026 arrived, so did a plethora of changes to taxation. For those who have Electric Cars through employer schemes, the company car tax is increasing by a third. A salary sacrifice car is, for taxation purposes, treated as a company car Whether provided as a normal company … Continue reading Electric Company Car Tax increased by a third from April 2026 and more increases for the future →

Millions reminded to get £150 off energy bills this winter

Households eligible for the Warm Home Discount must be named on their energy bill by 23 August to receive it automatically this winter. People receiving means-tested benefits must be named on their energy bill by 23rd August 2026 to receive the £150 Warm Home Discount  Around six million households will get the rebate this winter, including around 250,000 automatically for the first time in Scotland  Reminder follows immediate action to remove VAT from … Continue reading Millions reminded to get £150 off energy bills this winter →

Summer holiday savings – free buses for kids

The Summer Bus Fare Offer is part of the government's Great British Summer Savings scheme. starting Saturday 1st August 2026, under 16s can travel on local buses for free during August 2926 to help tackle the cost-of-living  this announcement builds on the £2 bus fare cap which will save millions of people up to a third … Continue reading Summer holiday savings – free buses for kids →

Budget to move “power and money out of Westminster, and into every postcode

The Chancellor has confirmed that the date of the Budget will be Wednesday 28 October 2026. In a video message, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, John Healey MP said: This government is working fast to restore hope and back Britain’s communities. In the past two weeks, we have begun to kickstart growth in every postcode. We … Continue reading Budget to move “power and money out of Westminster, and into every postcode →

Holiday Pay enforcement consultation open

Make Work Pay: holiday pay compliance and enforcement The government has opened a consultation on: the proposed approach to holiday pay compliance and enforcement some of the important design features what support and guidance the Fair Work Agency can provide to help support compliance Right to holiday leave and pay Paid holiday or annual leave … Continue reading Holiday Pay enforcement consultation open →

Funding for businesses who give youngsters a chance 

Businesses who take on jobless youngsters will be offered thousands of pounds in the latest boost to youth employment support. From Tuesday 30th June 2026, employers can claim £3,000 if they take on an eligible young person who has been out of work for six months. Attractions giant Merlin Entertainments – which is also participating … Continue reading Funding for businesses who give youngsters a chance  →

Is your payslip missing?

The legal requirement Most employees and workers are required to be issued with a payslip on or before each time they are paid. Whether called a payadvice, pay packet, pay statement or payslip, employers are legally required to provide them. The. payslips can be used as proof of earnings, tax paid and any pension contributions. … Continue reading Is your payslip missing? →

Thousands of homes to be eligible for £9,000 off a heat pump

Households on heating oil across England and Wales will be eligible for £9,000 off a heat pump, helping them cut bills. Thousands of households on heating oil across England and Wales will be eligible for a £9,000 heat pump grant  Funding will help rural households make the move from heating oil to a heat pump, … Continue reading Thousands of homes to be eligible for £9,000 off a heat pump →

Out-of-work benefit claimants to get personalised support

Up to 40,000 disabled people and people with health conditions will benefit from expanded access to personalised support, as the government rolls out Support Conversations across a further 27 Jobcentres taking the total number of sites to 33. Support Conversations expanding to a further 27 Jobcentres across Great Britain, bringing the total to 33 sites. … Continue reading Out-of-work benefit claimants to get personalised support →

Choose carefully’: degree choice drives earnings

Graduates earn on average around £100,000 more over their lifetime than non-graduate counterparts, but returns vary by degree subject. Students’ choice of degree subject has a hugely significant impact on their lifetime earnings, according to new research from the IFS. Graduates earn on average around £100,000 more over their lifetime than someone of the same background and attainment who did not attend university, even after … Continue reading Choose carefully’: degree choice drives earnings →

Great British Summer Savings: Tax cut on kids’ meals and days out goes live

Every family across the UK will pay less tax on meals and days out as new VAT cut helps families enjoy trips to the seaside and making memories with loved ones. “I cannot think of a simpler and more accessible way to bring some affordable treats into family life this summer” – more businesses back … Continue reading Great British Summer Savings: Tax cut on kids’ meals and days out goes live →

Special fraud squad hunts down Covid loan scams

A new government counter-fraud squad has launched investigations against those who defrauded the public during the Covid pandemic. New enforcement unit pursues billions lost to British taxpayers during pandemic Recovery efforts intensify as nearly 2,000 company directors banned and 86 criminals prosecuted Investigators will be able to search properties, seize assets, and recover money directly … Continue reading Special fraud squad hunts down Covid loan scams →

Driving bans for those who refuse to repay benefit debts

People who have stopped receiving benefits but still refuse to repay money owed to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) could be banned from driving under sweeping new powers that have come in.   Fraudsters and debtors who refuse to pay face tough new consequences including direct deductions from bank accounts, as new laws come into force.   Debtors will begin receiving updated letters from Tuesday 24th June 2026, warning them to get in touch and pay up.   This is part … Continue reading Driving bans for those who refuse to repay benefit debts →

Working through a red heat-health alert

The West Midlands, East Midlands, South East, South West, London, and East of England will be under a red heat-health alert. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a red heat-health alert (HHA) for 6 regions of England. The West Midlands, East Midlands, South East, South West, London, and East of England will be … Continue reading Working through a red heat-health alert →

The Student Loans Company (SLC) is contacting some Plan 2 customers about corrections to their balances

Correction to some Plan 2 student loan balances. The Student Loans Company (SLC) is contacting some Plan 2 repayment employees about corrections to their balances. Around 71,000 (approximately 1.3% of current Plan 2 debts) have been affected by technical issues.   SLC and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are very sorry that this happened.   Those affected … Continue reading The Student Loans Company (SLC) is contacting some Plan 2 customers about corrections to their balances →

PSA deadlines and timing

As part of the Employers Bulletin June 2026, the HMRC is reminding employers on changes and deadlines for PSA reporting. PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) — agreements and mailbox closure The deadline for applying for a PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) or making any amendments to an existing PSA is 5th July following the first tax year it applies to. For example, … Continue reading PSA deadlines and timing →

Get ready to pay Class 1A for benefits

It’s that time of year to get ready to pay the Class 1A 15% charge on benefits for the 2025/2026 tax year Class 1A on benefits is not currently part of the payroll operation of PAYE. The realtime payroll related Class 1A capabilities currently present relate only to termination payments and sporting testimonials. P11D(b) Employers … Continue reading Get ready to pay Class 1A for benefits →

Low earner’s pension payment

As part of the employers bulletin June 2026 articles, the HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has issued information on the Low Earners Pension Payment (LEPP). Contact imminent From August 2026, HMRC will be contacting around 1 million eligible individuals directly about the low earner’s pension payment, previously referred to as the low earner’s anomaly. This … Continue reading Low earner’s pension payment →

Pension tax relief – still getting it wrong

As part of the HMRC June 2026 Employer Bulletin, there is an article that highlights that the Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) made HMRC aware of an error in the August 2023 issue of the employer bulletin and a corrected reissued article. Tax relief on employee contributions to registered pension schemes The text below is based on a replacement for … Continue reading Pension tax relief – still getting it wrong →

Employer Bulletin: June 2026

HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues that may affect them.  Some of these topics have already been covered by PAYadvice.UK in articles and blogs and further articles and blogs may now additionally be published. The June 2026 edition of Employer Bulletin … Continue reading Employer Bulletin: June 2026 →

Payrolling Benefits April 2027 phasing (MPBiKs)

The HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have confirmed a phased approach to the implementation of Payrolling for April 2027 and a further phase in April 2028. Originally it had been proposed to mandate the payrolling of all benefits in kind excepting accommodation and loans, from April 2026. This was then delayed until April 2027. This … Continue reading Payrolling Benefits April 2027 phasing (MPBiKs) →

Payrolling 2027 (MPBiKs) – mandatory items confirmed

Company Cars and Vans are are part of mandatory Payrolling On Monday 15th June, HMRC have confirmed a simplification to their original Payrolling mandation (MPBiKS) by phasing its introduction. So what does that mean for April 2027 preparation. It has been confirmed that mandatory Payrolling of benefits and introduction of Class 1A applies to: Company … Continue reading Payrolling 2027 (MPBiKs) – mandatory items confirmed →

Get ready for your 2027 (MPBiKs) Payrolling project

HMRC have indicated that benefits in kind must be payrolled from April 2027. This is being referred to as Mandatory Payrolling Benefits in Kind (MPBiKs). They had already issued two sets of draft documents with more information issued on Monday 15th June 2026 proposing a new phased approach for April 2027 and a further phase … Continue reading Get ready for your 2027 (MPBiKs) Payrolling project →

Dodgy shops: “We are coming for you”

HMRC crackdown targets criminals exploiting the high street. HMRC will carry out more than 30,000 interventions this year to tackle tax fraud and illegal activity on the high street. Action targets organised crime groups and others exploiting vape shops, barbers and convenience stores in hotspot areas. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) made unannounced visits to six … Continue reading Dodgy shops: “We are coming for you” →

Cycling and walking boom with thousands of new routes and safer crossings

Aim to deliver 5,000 new walking, wheeling and cycling routes and 10,000 safer crossings over the next 5 years. more than half (55%) of short journeys in towns and cities to be walked or cycled by 2035  £4.5 billion projected to be invested over 5 years for thousands of new routes and safer crossings connecting homes with schools, high streets, workplaces and local … Continue reading Cycling and walking boom with thousands of new routes and safer crossings →

Progress made in cleaning up Companies House register as further steps taken to tackle economic crime

A new report released .. reveals the strides being made to improve the accuracy of the Companies House register and disrupt economic crime. The report is the latest update into the implementation of parts 1 to 3 of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCT Act) which brought reforms to UK company law in almost … Continue reading Progress made in cleaning up Companies House register as further steps taken to tackle economic crime →

£4,500 bonus to attract graduate teachers to deprived nurseries

New push to get qualified nursery teachers into England's most deprived communities so nurseries can offer more childcare places, helping families save money. More qualified nursery teachers are to be attracted to England’s most deprived communities with £4,500 bonuses – to ensure tens of thousands more children get the best start in life. The move … Continue reading £4,500 bonus to attract graduate teachers to deprived nurseries →

New tools to help employers maximise AI productivity gains

Skills England report shows what works for AI training and new tools will help employers build the AI skills their workforce needs. Skills England report shows what works for AI training, as skills gaps hold back adoption New tools will help employers build the AI skills their workforce needs, drawing on first-hand experience from early adopters. They follow recent launch of … Continue reading New tools to help employers maximise AI productivity gains →

Crack down on pension scams

Pension savers will be better protected from scams under new plans announced Tuesday 9th June 2026, as the Government acts to stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated fraudsters who rob people of their lifetime savings. New safeguard proposed to tackle pension fraud. Targeted safeguard to end misuse of Small Self-Administered Schemes with average losses rising to … Continue reading Crack down on pension scams →

Workplace protections for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children

The Government has launched a consultation on new workplace protections for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children, as part of the ongoing work to implement the Employment Rights Act.  The consultation, launched by the Minister for Employment Rights Kate Dearden, sets out several proposals that could significantly change the rights of those with caring responsibilities in the … Continue reading Workplace protections for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children →

Young people being supported into entry-level jobs of the future – AI bootcamps and tech training.

... partnership between government, industry and trade unions to better support young people entering the job market. ✅ 400,000 disadvantaged school students to gain AI & tech skills✅ New AI bootcamps rolling out across England✅ A new government-industry alliance to support early careers Young people entering the job market will be better supported into their … Continue reading Young people being supported into entry-level jobs of the future – AI bootcamps and tech training. →

Seafarers across the Channel set for better pay and protection

New laws will extend and strengthen seafarer protections beyond UK territorial waters. thousands of seafarers working across the Channel are to benefit from proper rest periods, fair pay, and stronger protections as the government goes further to make seafarers’ lives fairer, safer and better the consultation on mandatory rights for seafarers follows the introduction of … Continue reading Seafarers across the Channel set for better pay and protection →

Tax fraud warning: ‘Bills of Exchange’

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has seen an increase in attempts to use ‘Bills of Exchange’ to pay a tax liability. HMRC are aware that there are promoters, particularly in the recruitment and temporary labour sector, marketing their use. Organised Crime Groups are also particularly active in these sectors. HMRC have set out their position … Continue reading Tax fraud warning: ‘Bills of Exchange’ →

Zero hours! Ending one sided flexibility

The government have launched (Tuesday 2nd June 2026) the consultation on Ending one- sided flexibility: reforms of zero hours and similar contracts. The consultation - Zero Hours contracts - give your view The consultation explores key aspects related to new rights for eligible workers to: Guaranteed hours Reasonable notice of shifts Payment for shifts cancelled, moved, … Continue reading Zero hours! Ending one sided flexibility →

First-ever National Cadets Week to celebrate cadets and reconnect young people with the Armed Forces

The first National Cadet Week in October 2026 will celebrate the cadet forces, one of the country's most effective youth organisations. The first National Cadet Week in October 2026 will celebrate the cadet forces, one of the country’s most effective youth organisations A new Cadets Action Plan will set out the government’s long-term vision for the cadet forces … Continue reading First-ever National Cadets Week to celebrate cadets and reconnect young people with the Armed Forces →

Employment lifeline for young people

Young people across the country will be helped onto the career ladder thanks to the creation of 300,000 new work experience and training placements in sectors including construction, health and social care and hospitality. New placements announced as Government accelerates its Youth Guarantee to give every young person the chance to earn or learn. Expansion … Continue reading Employment lifeline for young people →

Fit note system to be overhauled 

Patients, employers and GPs are set to benefit from an overhaul of the fit note system following the launch of several pilots by the Government to reform the system for workers who fall ill.  Radical overhaul of broken fit note system to be piloted so it works for patients, employers, and healthcare professionals. Trials to be delivered through selected NHS … Continue reading Fit note system to be overhauled  →

Supporting families and businesses with the Cost of Living.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves on 21st May 2026 updated the House of Commons on the Government's economic response to the war in Iran, and the action they are taking to support families and businesses with the Cost of Living. With permission, Madam Deputy Speaker, I will make a statement on the Government’s economic response to the war … Continue reading Supporting families and businesses with the Cost of Living. →

Business mileage for employees’ own vehicles increase by 10p to 55p

Mileage Allowance Payments (MAPs) are what an employer can pay employees for using their own vehicle for business journeys. They’re allowed to pay employees a certain amount of MAPs each year without having to report them to HMRC. This is called an ‘approved amount’. As part of the Chancellor Rachel Reeves update to the House of Commons on … Continue reading Business mileage for employees’ own vehicles increase by 10p to 55p →

The Payroll Pivot: From Invisibility to Influence

The profession that runs in silence is about to get loud. Payroll controls up to 80% of an organisation's operating expenditure. It holds compliance risk worth millions. It is the reason every employee trusts their employer enough to show up tomorrow. And yet it remains one of the most strategically undervalued functions in business. The … Continue reading The Payroll Pivot: From Invisibility to Influence →

Lifelong Learning Entitlement for adults who were locked out of education

Government announces first 130 universities and colleges approved to offer new bite-sized courses, with applications opening September 2026. Adults balancing responsibilities such as work and childcare will now have a new route into university and college due to reforms which create changes to the student finance system. From September 2026, for the first time ever … Continue reading Lifelong Learning Entitlement for adults who were locked out of education →

Check if you need to register as a Tax adviser – that includes payroll

From Monday 18th May 2026, a new registration requirement for tax advisers will roll out. New mandatory tax adviser registration requirements is claimed to protect customers and raise standards in tax advice. Online registration will roll out in stages between 18th May 2026 and 31st March 2027. Registration is free, and step-by-step guidance is available … Continue reading Check if you need to register as a Tax adviser – that includes payroll →

5.4 million workers have employment rights breached

The final independent report of Director of Labour Market Enforcement (DLME) commissioned assessment on the scale and nature of labour non-compliance and other work-based harms in the UK has been published with some shocking results. The report was to question: How many workers have their rights breached in the UK labour market? What issues do … Continue reading 5.4 million workers have employment rights breached →

Self Assessment confusion: Bank and Building Society Interest

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are indicating that they are aware of concerns raised by representative bodies about tax payers receiving Self Assessment (SA) notices to file linked to savings income, and in some cases receiving multiple or conflicting HMRC letters.  HMRC indicate that they recognise that this has caused confusion and concern, and apologise.  What happened? … Continue reading Self Assessment confusion: Bank and Building Society Interest →

Families face age 16 apprenticeship penalty

Families face financial penalties when young people take up apprenticeships. A new report from the Social Security Advisory Committee (SSAC) finds that the benefit system is influencing post‑16 choices regarding education and training. The perverse effects risk undermining other government policy aims, in particular to reduce the number of young people not in education, employment … Continue reading Families face age 16 apprenticeship penalty →

RTI submission problems — incorrect handling of payroll ID 

As part of the HMRC April 2026 Employers Bulletin, the HMRC are again blaming employers for problems with the HMRC RTI system. Employers create duplicate employments! They state that: Employers continue to create duplicate employments when a payroll ID is changed but the payroll ID change indicator is not used. This typically occurs when the … Continue reading RTI submission problems — incorrect handling of payroll ID  →

Employer Bulletin: April 2026

HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues that may affect them.  Some of these topics have already been covered by PAYadvice.UK in articles and blogs and further articles and blogs may now additionally be published. The April 2026 edition of Employer Bulletin … Continue reading Employer Bulletin: April 2026 →

Winter Fuel Payment scams targeting pensioners

Winter Fuel Payments paid in winter 2025 will be recovered from pensioners with income above £35,000  Check if your payment will be reclaimed at GOV.UK - you don’t need to contact HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) Scammers may try to trick customers into handing money over Pensioners are being warned to be on high alert for scams … Continue reading Winter Fuel Payment scams targeting pensioners →

Statutory Sick Pay record sheet update

Statutory Sick Pay: record sheet (SSP2) has been updated to reflect changes brought in by the Employment Rights Act 2025, to remove the waiting period before SSP can be made. Employers can use form SSP2 to record details of an employee’s sickness absences for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) and monitor the use of the 28 … Continue reading Statutory Sick Pay record sheet update →

Statutory Payments uprating error

The HMRC Software Developers Support Team (SDST) have notified software developers on a difference in this year Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) uprating order to prior practice and original expectations. Under a notice issued to developers ‘Payroll 2026-27: Correction to uprating dates for certain Statutory Parental Pay entitlements’, the SDST have provided the following: … Continue reading Statutory Payments uprating error →

Happy 7th Birthday PAYadvice.UK – reaching 1 million hits

Wishing PAYadvice Ltd a very happy 7th Birthday. On 9th April 2019 PAYadvice Ltd was registered with companies house and there lays the birth of PAYadvice.UK. What was originally a WordPress side-hobby has become a registered and regulated business providing regular speed blog for all things Payroll, employment and beyond.  PAYadvice.UK has seen its active … Continue reading Happy 7th Birthday PAYadvice.UK – reaching 1 million hits →

Millions of working women set to benefit from landmark workplace health drive

Leading women’s health campaigner and broadcaster Mariella Frostrup has been appointed as the Government’s Women's Employment Ambassador, a newly created role to support working women across the country.   Mariella Frostrup has been appointed as the new Women’s Employment Ambassador to champion women’s health in the workplace. Appointment comes as businesses encouraged to publish voluntary action plans to better support employees experiencing menopause symptoms. Together these measures will work to address the near record … Continue reading Millions of working women set to benefit from landmark workplace health drive →

Thousands to be supported into work with reforms to welfare system

Hundreds of thousands of sick or disabled people will be offered voluntary help towards employment as part of a package of measures coming into force 6th April 2026 that will encourage work and save taxpayers around £1 billion. Incentives that discourage work and trap people on benefits to be removed via legislation coming into force 6th … Continue reading Thousands to be supported into work with reforms to welfare system →

Millions get new access to sick pay and parental leave

Landmark employment rights reforms kick into force.  Millions of employees to benefit from reforms to Statutory Sick Pay, ensuring they can take time off when sick without worrying about going without pay.    New rights to paternity leave from the first day in a new job, helping families balance work and home life.   Changes are part of the Employment Rights Act, which will benefit … Continue reading Millions get new access to sick pay and parental leave →

Happy New (Tax) Year 2026

Here it is again, the start of a New Tax Year. Often when meeting with payroll and tax professionals from overseas, they wonder why the United Kingdom tax year commences on 6th April annually.  Why is that when so many countries around the world celebrate both the new year and the tax year on 1st … Continue reading Happy New (Tax) Year 2026 →