School uniforms will be made more affordable for families under a new law passed by Parliament on 29th April 2021. … Continue reading New law to make school uniform costs affordable
New law to make school uniform costs affordable
Month: April 2021
Changes to the enhanced DBS check application process
Changes relates to an applicant's personal information and apply from 31st May 2021. The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) are … Continue reading Changes to the enhanced DBS check application process
Kickstart scheme takes off
The Kickstart Scheme was announced by the Chancellor last Summer, and will offer hundreds of thousands of job opportunities over … Continue reading Kickstart scheme takes off
The Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Jesse Norman, reflects on the achievements of the past year and highlights the priorities for the future of the tax system.
The Rt Hon Jesse Norman MP, Financial Secretary to the Treasury, spoke at the annual HMRC stakeholder conference on Wednesday … Continue reading The Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Jesse Norman, reflects on the achievements of the past year and highlights the priorities for the future of the tax system.
Fan-led review of football
OK, it’s not exactly payroll, HR or employment, but then we have other sideline interests as well! The Government has … Continue reading Fan-led review of football
Changes to termination payments and post-employment notice pay (PENP)
Background Changes were made to the taxation of termination payments in Finance (No.2) Act 2017, with effect from April 2018 … Continue reading Changes to termination payments and post-employment notice pay (PENP)
New and returning students urged to apply now for student finance
There is one simple step students should take to ensure their finances are in place by start of the next … Continue reading New and returning students urged to apply now for student finance
Job Retention Scheme guidance updated 22nd April 2021
With the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme celebrating its 1 year opening with 8.9 million furloughed at one time, HMRC have … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme guidance updated 22nd April 2021
Consultation on ‘Raising standards in the tax advice market: professional indemnity insurance and defining tax advice’
Dear Payadvice.U.K. Our consultation on 'Raising standards in the tax advice market' was published on 23rd March 2021. This is … Continue reading Consultation on ‘Raising standards in the tax advice market: professional indemnity insurance and defining tax advice’
COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you or your clients may need
Dear Payadvice Ltd, I’m writing to you with the latest information about financial support schemes available to help your clients as … Continue reading COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you or your clients may need
New flexible apprenticeships consultation
Sectors including creative, agriculture and construction industries will soon be able to offer more flexible apprenticeship opportunities A consultation has … Continue reading New flexible apprenticeships consultation
95% mortgage scheme launched
A new government-backed mortgage scheme will help first time buyers or current homeowners secure a mortgage with just a 5% … Continue reading 95% mortgage scheme launched
One-third of Scots unaware of Holyrood’s tax changes as tax and accountancy bodies call for increased awareness of devolved taxes
The Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT) and ICAS (the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland) are calling on Scotland’s political … Continue reading One-third of Scots unaware of Holyrood’s tax changes as tax and accountancy bodies call for increased awareness of devolved taxes
‘Umbrella’ companies under the spotlight
The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) has published a research report looking at the use of ‘umbrella’ companies and … Continue reading ‘Umbrella’ companies under the spotlight
Want to Payroll Benefits In Kind (PBIK) and not issue P11Ds anymore?
Register for payrolling benefits and expenses If your considering payrolling benefits and expenses from April 2022, they need to register. … Continue reading Want to Payroll Benefits In Kind (PBIK) and not issue P11Ds anymore?
Treasury Direction – 15th April 2021: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and Job Retention Bonus
The 7th CJRS Treasury Direction made under Sections 71 and 76 of the Coronavirus Act 20 This direction extends, and … Continue reading Treasury Direction – 15th April 2021: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and Job Retention Bonus
HMRC April 2021 Employer Bulletin
HMRC have issued the April 2021 Employer Bulletin, again, packed full with information. In this month’s edition of the Employer … Continue reading HMRC April 2021 Employer Bulletin
Staff COVID-19 vaccines in care homes consultation
Staff in care homes with older adult residents in England may be required to have a COVID-19 vaccine to protect … Continue reading Staff COVID-19 vaccines in care homes consultation
Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) – Step 2
How to make your workplace COVID-secure. Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) Applies to: England (see guidance for Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland) The … Continue reading Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) – Step 2
Visas extended for thousands of frontline health and care workers
Thousands of crucial frontline health workers and their dependents will be granted free visa extensions, Home Secretary Priti Patel has … Continue reading Visas extended for thousands of frontline health and care workers
The Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021
9th April 2021 “It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, … Continue reading The Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021
Incentive payments for hiring a new apprentice
Increased incentive payments for hiring a new apprentice Employers will receive £3,000 for new apprentices of any age who join … Continue reading Incentive payments for hiring a new apprentice
Cycle training for families and children
As COVID-19 restrictions lift, Transport Secretary invests in the Bikeability cycling proficiency training scheme so that more people can feel … Continue reading Cycle training for families and children
Happy Birthday PAYadvice
Wishing PAYadvice Ltd a very happy 2nd Birthday. May there be many more. On 9th April 2019 PAYadvice Ltd was … Continue reading Happy Birthday PAYadvice
Specialist job coaches to help young people onto the jobs ladder
The recruitment is a further boost for the government’s Plan for Jobs, which aims to help people of all ages … Continue reading Specialist job coaches to help young people onto the jobs ladder
Work-based learning key to post-COVID-19 recovery – OU
A survey carried out by The Open University (OU) shows that employers have a renewed appetite for apprenticeships and work-based … Continue reading Work-based learning key to post-COVID-19 recovery – OU
Furlough claim data updated
The Monthly data on claims made by employers through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme for December 2020 and January 2021 … Continue reading Furlough claim data updated
COVID-19 support – latest information
Dear Payadvice Ltd, I’m writing to you with the latest information about financial support schemes available to help your clients. This … Continue reading COVID-19 support – latest information
Recovery Loan Scheme launches
A new government-backed loan scheme launched 6th April 2021 to provide additional finance to those businesses that need it. new … Continue reading Recovery Loan Scheme launches
Apply early for British passport
The government have urged people not to delay applying for a British passport and to allow more time to be … Continue reading Apply early for British passport
CA38/CA40/CA41/CA42/CA44 National Insurance contributions tables issued (at last)
For the second year running the HMRC have issued the National Insurance contributions tables very late on 6th April. Traditionally … Continue reading CA38/CA40/CA41/CA42/CA44 National Insurance contributions tables issued (at last)
Further easing of Covid restrictions from 12th April 2021
Outdoor pubs, shops, gyms and hairdressers to reopen. From Monday 12th April 2021 additional premises will be able to reopen … Continue reading Further easing of Covid restrictions from 12th April 2021
Why does the new tax year start on 6th April?
Why does the tax year start on 6th April each year? Well, it used to be New Year’s Day! In … Continue reading Why does the new tax year start on 6th April?
Twice weekly rapid testing to be available to everyone in England
Everyone in England is able to access rapid coronavirus (COVID-19) testing from 9th April 2021. Everyone in England, including those … Continue reading Twice weekly rapid testing to be available to everyone in England
1 in 3 key workers paid under £10 per hour
Around one in three key (33%) workers earn less than £10 an hour according to analysis by the TUC. Analysis … Continue reading 1 in 3 key workers paid under £10 per hour
Hundreds of free qualifications on offer to boost skills and jobs
Launch of free qualifications marks a major milestone in government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee An estimated 11 million adults now have … Continue reading Hundreds of free qualifications on offer to boost skills and jobs
Low Pay Commission – Consultation on April 2022 National Minimum Wage rates
The Low Pay Commission (LPC) is the independent body which advises Government on the levels of the National Living Wage … Continue reading Low Pay Commission – Consultation on April 2022 National Minimum Wage rates
Millions get pay rise as National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase comes into effect
Around 2 million of the UK’s lowest-paid workers will benefit from an increase in National Living Wage and National Minimum … Continue reading Millions get pay rise as National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase comes into effect
Universal Credit claimants TaP into employment
Millions of jobseekers will be able to access longer work-related training while in receipt of benefits to boost their chances … Continue reading Universal Credit claimants TaP into employment
Working safely guidance has been updated to include changes to national restrictions.
Changes include: The visitor economy and Hotels and other guest accommodation guidance has been updated to include information on reasonable adjustments, changes to … Continue reading Working safely guidance has been updated to include changes to national restrictions.
1st April – National Living Wage extended to younger workers
The age threshold for the National Living Wage changes from 25 to 23 as the rate increases on 1st April. … Continue reading 1st April – National Living Wage extended to younger workers