Applications open on 2nd January 2024 for the first wave of new government-funded childcare offers. Applications for the first wave … Continue reading Date set for new childcare offer applications
Date set for new childcare offer applications
Category: Education
Not so good at maths – multiply
Multiply is a new government-funded programme to help adults improve their numeracy skills. If you’re aged 19 and over and … Continue reading Not so good at maths – multiply
Boost to Forestry skills training
Funding has been extended to cover new courses in arboriculture, which cover the care, management and safety of amenity trees. … Continue reading Boost to Forestry skills training
Lifelong Learning Bill becomes law
The Lifelong Learning Bill becomes law, paving the way for a radical transformation of the student finance system. New measures … Continue reading Lifelong Learning Bill becomes law
Overcharged Student Loan for those who Self Assess who have payrolled benefits in kind
As part of agent update 112 published 20th September 2023, HMRC have provided a response to a submitted question around … Continue reading Overcharged Student Loan for those who Self Assess who have payrolled benefits in kind
Young people urged to ‘claim their cash’
Hundreds of thousands of young adults could have an average of £2,000 waiting for them in their unclaimed Child Trust … Continue reading Young people urged to ‘claim their cash’
Student Loan Plan 1 and 2 thresholds confirmed for April 2024
The Department for Education has confirmed the Student Loan thresholds for Plan Type 1 and 2 to be operated from … Continue reading Student Loan Plan 1 and 2 thresholds confirmed for April 2024
Funding education by dividend diversion? It doesn’t work!
As part of the August 2023 employer bulletin and also spotlight 62, HMRC are communicating information on another failed tax … Continue reading Funding education by dividend diversion? It doesn’t work!
Child Benefit: Over 16 Full-time non-advanced Education
HM Revenue and Customs is urging parents of children aged over 16 who are staying in full-time non-advanced education from … Continue reading Child Benefit: Over 16 Full-time non-advanced Education
New information hub for company directors launched to help make the right decisions at the right time
The Insolvency Service has launched a new online information hub to support company directors on Monday 10th July 2023. The … Continue reading New information hub for company directors launched to help make the right decisions at the right time
Free flu vaccine for secondary school pupils
All secondary school pupils eligible for free flu vaccine as government expands vaccination programme. Over 3 million secondary school pupils … Continue reading Free flu vaccine for secondary school pupils
Boost for logistics sector to increase recruitment
Funding to raise the profile of logistics in schools and colleges will encourage talented young people to pursue a career … Continue reading Boost for logistics sector to increase recruitment
New Student Loan Plan 5 is on its way – payroll deduction start April 2026
For students starting university in England this coming 2023 academic year, a new undergraduate and postgraduate student loan plan type … Continue reading New Student Loan Plan 5 is on its way – payroll deduction start April 2026
Changes to student visa route to reduce net migration
New government restrictions to student visa routes to cut net migration while protecting the economic benefits students bring to the … Continue reading Changes to student visa route to reduce net migration
Fund launched to transform local skills
Local communities across the country are set to benefit from a share of £165 million to transform skills training in … Continue reading Fund launched to transform local skills
When can you claim your free childcare?
At the Spring Budget Jeremy Hunt announced 30hrs of free childcare for children aged 9 months - 4 years for … Continue reading When can you claim your free childcare?
Student finance to be radically transformed from 2025
People are set to benefit from a complete overhaul of student finance, helping them get flexible loan funding to train, … Continue reading Student finance to be radically transformed from 2025
New Chair of the Money and Pensions Service
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the appointment of Sara Weller CBE as the new permanent Chair … Continue reading New Chair of the Money and Pensions Service
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
Boost for teacher training bursaries by up to £10,000 a year
Graduates applying to train as teachers in high priority subjects are to receive increased tax-free bursaries and scholarships from next … Continue reading Boost for teacher training bursaries by up to £10,000 a year
Teenagers missing out on a stash of cash
Teenagers could have an average of £2,100 in their Child Trust Fund savings account waiting to be claimed. HM Revenue … Continue reading Teenagers missing out on a stash of cash
Prisoners start as apprentices
Prisoners at open prisons in England are to start high-quality apprenticeships at big name employers thanks to change in law … Continue reading Prisoners start as apprentices
Fraud warning as new academic year approaches
The Student Loans Company (SLC) is urging students to be aware of fraud and phishing scams as the new academic … Continue reading Fraud warning as new academic year approaches
Parents and carers of 16 to 19-year-olds have less than one week left to confirm whether their teenager is staying in full-time education or approved training.
While young people are considering their future beyond their GCSE or Scottish National Certificate results, HMRC is asking parents and … Continue reading Parents and carers of 16 to 19-year-olds have less than one week left to confirm whether their teenager is staying in full-time education or approved training.
Students encouraged to get up to date with vaccinations ahead of Freshers’ Week
Students should get up to date with 3 vaccines: Men ACWY (meningitis), MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) and, for female … Continue reading Students encouraged to get up to date with vaccinations ahead of Freshers’ Week
Funding for maritime cadets and ratings boosted
The future of maritime has been given a massive funding boost by the UK Government with an increase in training … Continue reading Funding for maritime cadets and ratings boosted
Clearing a path to higher education
Ahead of the release of A-Level results on Thursday 18th August 2022, the Student Loans Company (SLC) is sharing its … Continue reading Clearing a path to higher education
Student Loan Plan 1 & 2 thresholds confirmed for April 2023
The Department for Education has confirmed the Student Loan thresholds for Plan Type 1 and 2 to be operated from … Continue reading Student Loan Plan 1 & 2 thresholds confirmed for April 2023
Rises to teachers’ salaries
Teachers are to benefit from pay increases of between 5% and 8.9% from September 2022, as the government has accepted … Continue reading Rises to teachers’ salaries
New bursaries will support learners in over 100 flexible short courses
Learners who could struggle with study-related costs such as books and childcare fees can now apply for up to £2.5 … Continue reading New bursaries will support learners in over 100 flexible short courses
Making the apprenticeship system simpler
Over the past 5 years it is claimed that apprenticeships have been transformed into a high-quality skills programme for learners … Continue reading Making the apprenticeship system simpler
Number of ex-offenders in work picks up speed
The number of ex-prisoners in work has increased dramatically following a drive to make our streets safer, cut crime and … Continue reading Number of ex-offenders in work picks up speed
Multiplying maths skills for adults
£270 million investment in adult numeracy in England to help people progress and secure great jobs Adults looking to improve … Continue reading Multiplying maths skills for adults
Movement to Work CEO Summit
Monday 28th March 2022, Work and Pensions Secretary Thérèse Coffey delivered a speech at the Movement to Work CEO Summit. … Continue reading Movement to Work CEO Summit
800 families facing tough times to be offered holidays
Families struggling financially, or facing illness, isolation or bereavement, will have an opportunity for a weekend break thanks to a … Continue reading 800 families facing tough times to be offered holidays
National Apprenticeship Week 2022: Building the future with apprenticeships
The ‘Build the Future’ theme returns for its second year, with over 1,200 events taking place across England to showcase the … Continue reading National Apprenticeship Week 2022: Building the future with apprenticeships
Student Loan Plan 2 and Post-Graduate loan thresholds frozen
The Plan 2 and PGL thresholds for 2022/2023 have been confirmed. Statement - Higher Education update Both thresholds remain at … Continue reading Student Loan Plan 2 and Post-Graduate loan thresholds frozen
Help to Grow: Digital scheme – letter to FTSE 250 leaders
The Secretary of State for BEIS has written to FTSE 250 leaders about the newly launched Help to Grow: Digital … Continue reading Help to Grow: Digital scheme – letter to FTSE 250 leaders
Returning to offices
Cabinet Office Minister calls for Government departments to accelerate the return to office based working to boost staff collaboration and … Continue reading Returning to offices
England to return to Plan A
People will no longer be advised to work from home, face coverings will no longer be mandatory in indoor venues, … Continue reading England to return to Plan A
Skills boost to support jobs
Nine new Institutes of Technology and a multi-million-pound investment in skills and technical training to level up opportunities. Adults and … Continue reading Skills boost to support jobs
Record numbers study nursing and midwifery
Record numbers of students accepted places to study nursing and midwifery in England this year for the second year running. … Continue reading Record numbers study nursing and midwifery
‘Passport’ to help disabled graduates get in to employment
Hundreds of disabled university students are set to benefit from a new ‘passport’ scheme that will support them as they … Continue reading ‘Passport’ to help disabled graduates get in to employment
New qualification to give core digital skills
Ofqual has launched a second consultation on its remaining policy proposals and draft: Technical consultation on regulating Digital Functional Skills … Continue reading New qualification to give core digital skills
Payroll-deducted saving schemes
True Financial wellbeing in the workplace “Financial wellbeing is about feeling secure and in control of your money. It is … Continue reading Payroll-deducted saving schemes
Thousands set to benefit from new technical skills
Thousands of working adults will be offered free courses to rapidly upskill in STEM sectors including engineering, digital and construction … Continue reading Thousands set to benefit from new technical skills
Attracting and developing world-class teachers and leaders
Graduates applying to train as teachers in high-demand subjects will receive thousands of pounds in tax-free cash bursaries under Government … Continue reading Attracting and developing world-class teachers and leaders
Salary boosts for new maths, science and computing teachers
Teachers in the early years of their careers will be able to get a salary boost of up to £3,000 … Continue reading Salary boosts for new maths, science and computing teachers
Student Loan Plan 2 and Postgraduate Loan thresholds frozen
The Department for Education (DfE) has announced a freeze to the Plan 2 and Postgraduate student loan repayment thresholds. Plan … Continue reading Student Loan Plan 2 and Postgraduate Loan thresholds frozen
HMRC warns students of scams
HMRC is warning university students to be wary of potential scams, especially if they have a part-time job and are … Continue reading HMRC warns students of scams
Targeted training for staff to teach early language and numeracy skills
Funding for training to help two to four year-olds with language and mathematic skills, as part of early years recovery … Continue reading Targeted training for staff to teach early language and numeracy skills
Childcare cost help as children head back to school
Families may be eligible for Tax-Free Childcare to help pay for breakfast and after school clubs as children go back … Continue reading Childcare cost help as children head back to school
Short university courses to provide flexible training
Learners will be able to upskill or retrain at a pace that fits their lives through short university and college … Continue reading Short university courses to provide flexible training
31st August Deadline for parents to update Child Benefit for 16 year olds
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding parents and carers they have until 31st August 2021 to confirm whether their … Continue reading 31st August Deadline for parents to update Child Benefit for 16 year olds
Student Loan plan 1 Threshold uplift for April 2022 confirmed
The Department for Education (DfE) confirmed the annual updates to the Thresholds of Income Contingent Student Loans and Mortgage Style … Continue reading Student Loan plan 1 Threshold uplift for April 2022 confirmed
Skills training boosted
Measures to boost the nation’s skills, level up opportunities and get more people into better paid jobs have been announced. … Continue reading Skills training boosted
Higher GCSE grades linked to lifetime earnings boost
New research shows the link between GCSE attainment and earnings over a person's lifetime. Those who perform just one GCSE … Continue reading Higher GCSE grades linked to lifetime earnings boost
Government launches campaign encouraging families to Rediscover Summer
The campaign highlights a range of activities and opportunities for families, children and young people such as exploring a local … Continue reading Government launches campaign encouraging families to Rediscover Summer
Updated ID checking guidelines in line with new right to work rules
From 1st July 2021, new rules for right to work checks will apply. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens will need … Continue reading Updated ID checking guidelines in line with new right to work rules
Cash boost for apprenticeships launched
Businesses can claim £3000 for each new apprentice they take on. From 1st June 2021, employers of all sizes in … Continue reading Cash boost for apprenticeships launched
Employers eligible for £1000 cash boost for every T Level student placement
Employers will be able to claim a £1,000 cash boost for every T Level student they host on a high-quality … Continue reading Employers eligible for £1000 cash boost for every T Level student placement
DWP and Google join forces to grow jobseekers’ digital skills
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has partnered with Google to provide 9,000 jobseekers across the UK with scholarships … Continue reading DWP and Google join forces to grow jobseekers’ digital skills
Looking for an apprenticeship?
Are you or someone you know looking for an apprenticeship. Use the GOV.U.K. apprenticeship search tool to see what is … Continue reading Looking for an apprenticeship?
New law to make school uniform costs affordable
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Students invited to apply now for finance as the application service launches for 21/22
Students in England are being encouraged to apply for student finance as soon as possible to ensure their finances are … Continue reading Students invited to apply now for finance as the application service launches for 21/22
Budget 2021 – Apprenticeships
Enhanced grants are being provided to employer who take on apprentices of any age. £3,000 for each new apprentice hired … Continue reading Budget 2021 – Apprenticeships
Payroll Question Time: The Budget 2021 – Friday 5th March | 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Join the Payroll and HR community at the SD Worx monthly, online interactive discussion. With one of the most eagerly … Continue reading Payroll Question Time: The Budget 2021 – Friday 5th March | 2:00pm – 3:30pm
HMRC Talking Points
Dear @PAYadvice, HMRC's regular Talking Points provide information, guidance and tips to help you to understand tax issues. We have more … Continue reading HMRC Talking Points
National Apprenticeship Week 2021 – Why choose an apprenticeship?
The 8th February to 14th February is National Apprenticeships Week 2021. Here are five reasons to choose an ODP apprenticeship. … Continue reading National Apprenticeship Week 2021 – Why choose an apprenticeship?
Action required – submit your January claims for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Dear @PAYadvice, I’m writing to remind you of an upcoming deadline for Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) claims, and to … Continue reading Action required – submit your January claims for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Funding boost to get young people get into work
New £1000 cash support for businesses to help with the cost of providing a traineeship Employers can now apply for … Continue reading Funding boost to get young people get into work
National free school meals voucher scheme opens to orders
Edenred site opens for schools to purchase eGift cards for eligible families to use at their choice of supermarkets Schools … Continue reading National free school meals voucher scheme opens to orders
Furlough, childcare and caring responsibilities – guidance updated
HMRC have updated ‘caring responsibilities’ guidance (on Tuesday 5th January) in relation to childcare for parents who are unable to … Continue reading Furlough, childcare and caring responsibilities – guidance updated
Significant uplift in key public sector jobs
Boris Johnson reaffirmed his commitment to boost the numbers of teachers, police officers, nurses and other public sector workers. NHS … Continue reading Significant uplift in key public sector jobs
Adults to gain new skills on 400 free courses
Tens of thousands of adults to benefit from hundreds of free courses next year, including engineering, health, construction and accountancy. … Continue reading Adults to gain new skills on 400 free courses
New national restrictions start 5th November 2020
The Prime Minister has announced tougher national restrictions in England from Thursday. New national restrictions from 5 November With the … Continue reading New national restrictions start 5th November 2020
Payroll Question Time? – 6th November 2020
SD Worx are hosting its next edition of payroll question time on Friday 6th November 2020 at 2pm with its … Continue reading Payroll Question Time? – 6th November 2020
October 2020 HMRC Employer Bulletin
Dear @PAYadvice, [The] Employer Bulletin (October 2020, Issue 86) includes all of the latest COVID-19 updates to help [employers] continue … Continue reading October 2020 HMRC Employer Bulletin
Students warned of tax scam dangers
HMRC has written to universities, through Universities UK, asking them to help ensure their students know how to spot a … Continue reading Students warned of tax scam dangers
Post-18 education and training expansion to prepare workers for post-COVID economy
Lifetime Skills Guarantee to give adults the chance to take free college coursesNew entitlement to flexible loans to allow courses … Continue reading Post-18 education and training expansion to prepare workers for post-COVID economy
Plan for jobs – Apprenticeship cash boost
New incentives launched 1st September 2020 to help businesses invest in the skills they need to recover and grow. Employers … Continue reading Plan for jobs – Apprenticeship cash boost
Children returning to school – Tax Free Childcare
With Scottish schools returning last week, and Northern Irish schools re-opening, HMRC are reminding parents they can get up to … Continue reading Children returning to school – Tax Free Childcare
Child Benefit: Over 16 Full-time non-advanced Education
HM Revenue and Customs is urging parents of children aged over 16 who are staying in full-time non-advanced education from … Continue reading Child Benefit: Over 16 Full-time non-advanced Education
Improving Student Loans services
A blog by Bernice McNaught, SLC’s Executive Director, Repayments and Counter Fraud Services Improving Student Loans Company service for customers … Continue reading Improving Student Loans services
2021 Student Loans Repayment Threshold Announcement
The Department for Education (DfE) confirmed 11th August 2020 the annual updates to the Thresholds of Income Contingent Student Loans … Continue reading 2021 Student Loans Repayment Threshold Announcement
Employer guide to results for regulated qualifications: summer 2020 – England
A new guide for employers about qualification results in England this summer is available. Employer guide to results for regulated … Continue reading Employer guide to results for regulated qualifications: summer 2020 – England