Dear PAYadvice.UK Yesterday [Wednesday 30th October 2024], the Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP, made her … Continue reading Autumn Budget 2024 – HMRC
Month: October 2024
Tackling umbrella non-compliance
Analysis shows that umbrella companies were used to engage at least 700,000 workers in 2022 to 2023. This also shows … Continue reading Tackling umbrella non-compliance
Payrolling of benefits mandated – April 2026
As part of the Autumn Budget 2024 information, the government have confirmed that from April 2026, it will be mandatory … Continue reading Payrolling of benefits mandated – April 2026
Autumn Budget 2024 speech – 30th October 2024
Madam Deputy Speaker… [redacted political content] This government was given a mandate. To restore stability to our economy… … and … Continue reading Autumn Budget 2024 speech – 30th October 2024
Autumn Budget 2024: putting more money in people’s pockets
According to the government, working people are the lifeblood of our economy. The government is not increasing the basic, higher … Continue reading Autumn Budget 2024: putting more money in people’s pockets
Payroll 2025-26: changes to NICs rates and thresholds and to Employment Allowance
The HMRC SDST has issued the following confirmation information to the software developer community on the changes to National Insurance … Continue reading Payroll 2025-26: changes to NICs rates and thresholds and to Employment Allowance
Autumn Budget 2024 – Employer National Insurance costs increase
As part of the Autumn Budget 2024, the government have confirmed that employment costs on employers are increasing from 6th … Continue reading Autumn Budget 2024 – Employer National Insurance costs increase
Fair Work Agency – who, what, why and when
As part of the new Employment Rights bill, the government are progressing with the formation of the FWA (Fair Work … Continue reading Fair Work Agency – who, what, why and when
National Living Wage to increase to £12.21 in April 2025
(c) PAYadvice Ltd 2024 Low Pay Commission recommendations accepted in full The Government has announced Tuesday 29th October 2024 its … Continue reading National Living Wage to increase to £12.21 in April 2025
Autumn Budget 2024 – Pay boost for millions with National Minimum Wage increases
Chancellor announces pay rise for over 3 million workers next year, as National Living Wage rises by 6.7%. Chancellor Rachel … Continue reading Autumn Budget 2024 – Pay boost for millions with National Minimum Wage increases
Tax Avoidance promoters – the list keeps growing – now over 120+
The image of the umbrella is significant as many of the named tax avoidance and those issued with official stop … Continue reading Tax Avoidance promoters – the list keeps growing – now over 120+
Statutory Sick Pay consultation
According to the government, business and working people deserve a secure, supportive working environment that will in turn boost growth … Continue reading Statutory Sick Pay consultation
Bus fares cap increasing to £3
“The £3 fare cap will keep bus travel affordable”. single bus fares to be capped at £3 until the end … Continue reading Bus fares cap increasing to £3
‘We will build a Britain where those who can work, will work’
Ahead of Budget later this week, the Chancellor pledges work and welfare overhaul so people who can work, do work. … Continue reading ‘We will build a Britain where those who can work, will work’
Help protect workers from getting caught out by tax avoidance
As part of the October 2024 Employer Bulletin, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are asking employers to to assist with … Continue reading Help protect workers from getting caught out by tax avoidance
New support for Windrush victims
Home Secretary commits to a 'fundamental reset' in the government’s response to Windrush. Victims of the Windrush scandal will be … Continue reading New support for Windrush victims
New protections from sexual harassment come into force
Employers now have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment and create a safe working environment. … Continue reading New protections from sexual harassment come into force
Fresh measures to support victims of Modern slavery
Victims of modern slavery will be better supported in fresh measures unveiled by the government. The government has pledged to … Continue reading Fresh measures to support victims of Modern slavery
Issue 124 of Agent Update – October 2024
Dear PAYadvice.UK, Agent Update: issue 124 is available now. Get the latest guidance and information including:•helping us protect workers from getting … Continue reading Issue 124 of Agent Update – October 2024
6 months left to fill in National Insurance gaps to 2006
6 months to the finish line PAYadvice.UK has been asked to share the following information by HMRC. [Qualifying Individuals] have … Continue reading 6 months left to fill in National Insurance gaps to 2006
42% of workers earning below the real Living Wage have less than £10 left over after paying for their essentials
Living Wage Foundation research reveals that 42% of workers earning below the real Living Wage, around 2.2 million people, have … Continue reading 42% of workers earning below the real Living Wage have less than £10 left over after paying for their essentials
On your marks – 100 days to file Self Assessment
Self Assessment filers encouraged to prepare and file their tax return early as 31sr January 2025 deadline is in sight. … Continue reading On your marks – 100 days to file Self Assessment
Real Living Wage increases to £12.60 in UK and £13.85 in London
Almost half a million people working for more than 15,000 real Living Wage Employers throughout the country are set for … Continue reading Real Living Wage increases to £12.60 in UK and £13.85 in London
Buy now Pay later – New protections
New rules to give millions of Buy-Now, Pay-Later consumers key protections offered by other forms of credit. Providers will have … Continue reading Buy now Pay later – New protections
Up to £600 cash boost for Britain’s lowest paid to help kickstart the economy
Ten million working people across the country to benefit from an overhaul of workers’ rights as the Government’s landmark Employment … Continue reading Up to £600 cash boost for Britain’s lowest paid to help kickstart the economy
Data capture of business tax identifiers on RTI FPS
As part of the October 2024 employer bulletin, HMRC are reminding employers of RTI data items to report in relation to … Continue reading Data capture of business tax identifiers on RTI FPS
My HMRC account does not balance – PAYE charge queries
As part of the October 2024 Employer Bulletin, the HMRC has provided information for employers where they may have a … Continue reading My HMRC account does not balance – PAYE charge queries
How salary sacrifice affects National Minimum Wage
As part of the October 2024 Employer Bulletin, the HMRC has reminded employers of the impacts that salary sacrifice (salary … Continue reading How salary sacrifice affects National Minimum Wage
Christmas 2024 and New Year 2025 – when are the Bank Holidays and what about paying early?
For the second year running, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day don’t fall on weekends and there are no substitute … Continue reading Christmas 2024 and New Year 2025 – when are the Bank Holidays and what about paying early?
October 2024 Employer Bulletin
HMRC have issued the October 2024 edition of the Employer Bulletin which brings the latest HMRC updates and guidance to support employers, … Continue reading October 2024 Employer Bulletin
Minimum pay enforcement results
The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) have published the enforcement results of National Minimum Wage (NMW) and the National … Continue reading Minimum pay enforcement results
Evidence now required to claim PAYE (P87) employment expenses
HMRC have introduced new evidence requirements for claimants from 14th October 2024 to reduce the risk of ineligible expense claims. … Continue reading Evidence now required to claim PAYE (P87) employment expenses
Self Assessment: online help just a click or swipe away
Self Assessment filers urged to use online guidance as top 5 calls to helpline revealed HMRC reveals the most common calls … Continue reading Self Assessment: online help just a click or swipe away
Millions to benefit from modernised pensions system
Millions of workers stand to benefit from greater financial security in later life following a consultation launch Government has unveiled … Continue reading Millions to benefit from modernised pensions system
New employer duties to protect workers from sexual harassment
From 26th October 2024 employers must take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their workers, including by third parties … Continue reading New employer duties to protect workers from sexual harassment
What does the Employment Rights Bill mean for you?
The Employment Rights Bill will ban exploitative zero-hours contracts, end fire and rehire, and introduce basic employment rights from day … Continue reading What does the Employment Rights Bill mean for you?
Employment rights reforms revealed
The Labour government has unveiled the Employment Rights Bill in their effort to help deliver economic security and growth to … Continue reading Employment rights reforms revealed
10,000 boost State Pension with online payments
Individuals have less than 6 months to fill any gaps in their National Insurance records from April 2006 onwards to … Continue reading 10,000 boost State Pension with online payments
Six months to move from Tax Credit to Universal Credit
DWP is urging Tax Credit claimants to respond to their Universal Credit migration notices so they continue to receive benefits. … Continue reading Six months to move from Tax Credit to Universal Credit






































