HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues … Continue reading Employer Bulletin: August 2026
Employer Bulletin: August 2026
Month: 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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. … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … 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 … Continue reading Budget to move “power and money out of Westminster, and into every postcode