Patients, employers and GPs are set to benefit from an overhaul of the fit note system following the launch of several pilots by the … Continue reading Fit note system to be overhauled
Fit note system to be overhauled
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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 … Continue reading Business mileage for employees’ own vehicles increase by 10p to 55p
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 … Continue reading 5.4 million workers have employment rights breached
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) … Continue reading Families face age 16 apprenticeship penalty
Employer Bulletin: April 2026
HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues … Continue reading Employer Bulletin: April 2026
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, … Continue reading Statutory Sick Pay record sheet update
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 … 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 … 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 … Continue reading Millions get new access to sick pay and parental leave
Keep Britain Working – an update
Britain faces an urgent economic inactivity crisis driven in large part by ill-health and the barriers to work faced by … Continue reading Keep Britain Working – an update
National Living Wage rises to £12.71
(c)2025 PAYadvice Ltd New minimum wage rates come into force [for pay reference period starting{ from 1st April [2026], following … Continue reading National Living Wage rises to £12.71
Employers required to keep holiday records
Holiday pay clampdown is on its way with new employer recording obligations and Holiday Pay compliance being introduced alongside the … Continue reading Employers required to keep holiday records
Mileage rates review to support working people
Millions of drivers who claim motoring expenses could benefit from a review of approved mileage rates. Millions of drivers who … Continue reading Mileage rates review to support working people
SSP Qualifying Days – April 2026 no change
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes on 6th April 2026 as a result of the Employment Rights Act. More employees will … Continue reading SSP Qualifying Days – April 2026 no change
SSP1 form readied for April 2026 changes
With new Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) rules applying from 6th April 2026, the DWP have updated form SSP1 for use … Continue reading SSP1 form readied for April 2026 changes
Minimum wage shock – penalties for some big names
389 employers … named for failing to pay workers the minimum wage to tens of thousands of workers. Employers told … Continue reading Minimum wage shock – penalties for some big names
AI apprenticeship to close digital skills gap holding back millions of workers
First apprentices starting on AI and automation practitioner apprenticeship. It's open to all employers and supporting drive to upskill millions … Continue reading AI apprenticeship to close digital skills gap holding back millions of workers
Help with the cost of living in 2026
taking action to help families with the cost of living The government claim they know that families across the country … Continue reading Help with the cost of living in 2026
Baroness Maggie Jones appointed new chair of Acas
Baroness Maggie Jones of Whitchurch has been appointed as the new Chair of Acas. Baroness Maggie Jones of Whitchurch has … Continue reading Baroness Maggie Jones appointed new chair of Acas
Higher standard of English now required to settle in the UK
Raising the English fluency level will allow migrants to contribute and integrate into British life. Migrants will need to speak … Continue reading Higher standard of English now required to settle in the UK
Statutory Sick Pay transitional guidance further updates (v3)
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has provided an update to their transitional protection guidance (version 3) via the … Continue reading Statutory Sick Pay transitional guidance further updates (v3)
New figures reveal 7 million started a new job in 2025
Jobseekers and those starting new jobs encouraged to download the HMRC app for essential job-related information. With National Careers Week … Continue reading New figures reveal 7 million started a new job in 2025
Landmark gender pay gap and menopause action plan launched to help women thrive at work
Action plans supporting women to succeed at work launched by Minister for Women and Equalities ahead of International Women’s Day … Continue reading Landmark gender pay gap and menopause action plan launched to help women thrive at work
Unpaid Parental Leave – April 2026 a day one right
From 6th April 2026, employees will be eligible for unpaid parental leave from their first day of employment. Unpaid parental … Continue reading Unpaid Parental Leave – April 2026 a day one right
Paternity Leave and Unpaid Paternity Leave from April 2026
From 6th April 2026, employees will be eligible to give notice to take Paternity Leave and Unpaid Parental Leave from … Continue reading Paternity Leave and Unpaid Paternity Leave from April 2026
Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave
From 6th April 2026, a new right to Bereaved Partner's Paternity Leave will support employees who lose the mother or primary adopter of … Continue reading Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave
New Employment Rights – February and April 2026
From 18th February 2026, upgraded employment rights will begin to take effect. These changes will be introduced gradually between 2026 … Continue reading New Employment Rights – February and April 2026
New employer grant to boost quality in early years education
A new package of support will help early years settings strengthen their workforce and improve outcomes for children from the … Continue reading New employer grant to boost quality in early years education
Implementation of the Employment Rights Act
HMRC as part of the February edition of the Employer Bulletin is reminding employers to get ready for the changes … Continue reading Implementation of the Employment Rights Act
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes — what employers need to know
The February edition of the HMRC Employers Bulletin out lines the changes to Statutory Sick Pay which applies from 6th … Continue reading Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes — what employers need to know
Employer Bulletin: February 2026
HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues … Continue reading Employer Bulletin: February 2026
Barnsley becomes UK’s first government-backed Tech Town
Barnsley named UK’s first Tech Town – with local schools and college, businesses, NHS and more getting bespoke government support … Continue reading Barnsley becomes UK’s first government-backed Tech Town
Number of new and expectant parents losing their job or facing unfair treatment at work “alarmingly high”
NEW TUC POLLING: 1 in 7 women (14%) have lost their job - or felt forced to leave their job - due … Continue reading Number of new and expectant parents losing their job or facing unfair treatment at work “alarmingly high”
Stronger working rights to give millions of families the “security they deserve”
New day one rights to parental leave set to enter force from April 2026. Over 18 million workers across the … Continue reading Stronger working rights to give millions of families the “security they deserve”
Illegal working – raids reach highest level in UK history
Enforcement raids skyrocket by 77% … leading to an 83% increase in arrests. Illegal working arrests and raids have reached the highest level in … Continue reading Illegal working – raids reach highest level in UK history
UK Armed forces launch ‘Gap Year’ scheme
Armed Forces to launch “gap year” Foundation Scheme in 2026 to give under-25s experience of armed forces Britain’s young people … Continue reading UK Armed forces launch ‘Gap Year’ scheme
Employment Rights Act receives Royal Assent
Over 15 million people across the UK are expected to benefit as New laws bring the world of work into the 21st century … Continue reading Employment Rights Act receives Royal Assent
New PAYE responsibilities in labour supply chains – Umbrellas
As part of the December 2025 Employer Bulletin, information on Labour supply change responsibilities have been issued: From 6th April … Continue reading New PAYE responsibilities in labour supply chains – Umbrellas
Employer Bulletin: December 2025
HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues … Continue reading Employer Bulletin: December 2025
Young people to benefit from expanded support, new training, and work experience opportunities
Almost one million young people will benefit from learning or employment opportunities as a result of a major £820 million … Continue reading Young people to benefit from expanded support, new training, and work experience opportunities
50,000 young people to benefit from apprenticeships
The £725 million package of reforms to the apprenticeship system will help to tackle youth unemployment and drive economic growth, … Continue reading 50,000 young people to benefit from apprenticeships
Illegal delivery riders face removal following enforcement blitz
Nationwide takedown of illegal delivery riders leads to over 170 arrests Delivery riders caught working illegally across Britain face being … Continue reading Illegal delivery riders face removal following enforcement blitz
Tax on cancelled, moved or curtailed shifts
As a result of the Employment Rights Bill currently going through parliament and anticipated as something that will be passed, … Continue reading Tax on cancelled, moved or curtailed shifts
Umbrellas — rules to tackle non-compliance
What are umbrella companies? Umbrella companies are employment intermediaries that employ workers on behalf of agencies and end clients. Many … Continue reading Umbrellas — rules to tackle non-compliance
April 2026 Statutory payment rates announced
I have concluded my statutory annual review of …. benefit rates under the Social Security Administration Act 1992. The new … Continue reading April 2026 Statutory payment rates announced
Employment Rights Bill – Dismissal agreement reached
Agreement reached with key stakeholders on the unfair dismissal elements of the Employment Rights Bill. The Government convened a series … Continue reading Employment Rights Bill – Dismissal agreement reached
Reform of non-compete clauses in employment contracts
This working paper seeks views on different options to reform non-compete clauses in employment contracts. Non-compete clauses are inserted into … Continue reading Reform of non-compete clauses in employment contracts
Budget 2025 – Veterans NIC relief extended
Extend employer National Insurance contributions veteran’s relief In April 2021, a National Insurance contributions (NICs) relief for employers that hire … Continue reading Budget 2025 – Veterans NIC relief extended
Budget 2025 speech
Budget 2025 speech as delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves - 26th November 2025 Madame Deputy Speaker. It is my understanding … Continue reading Budget 2025 speech
Extra Christmas working hours and minimum pay
As the festive season approaches, many businesses rely on staff working longer hours, picking up extra shifts or staying late … Continue reading Extra Christmas working hours and minimum pay
Not enough support to land decent entry-level jobs for young people
Polling shows more than half of young people do not feel there is enough government support to help them get … Continue reading Not enough support to land decent entry-level jobs for young people
April 2026 National Minimum and Living Wage increases confirmed
(c)2025 PAYadvice Ltd The Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has announced on the day before her 26th November 2025 … Continue reading April 2026 National Minimum and Living Wage increases confirmed
220,000 vulnerable claimants given personalised support to move to Universal Credit
Vulnerable claimants moved to Universal Credit with specialist help, as Government puts those who need it most at heart of … Continue reading 220,000 vulnerable claimants given personalised support to move to Universal Credit
Know your Rights – Good Employment Week 2025
The Government’s Make Work Pay plan is designed to help more people to stay in work, support workers’ productivity and … Continue reading Know your Rights – Good Employment Week 2025
Good employment week 24-28 November 2025
Good Employment Week 2025 Good Employment Week is an annual week of activities, that aims to raise awareness of good employment … Continue reading Good employment week 24-28 November 2025
A fairer pathway to UK settlement
The Home Secretary's statement setting out significant reforms to the UK’s legal migration model. Oral statement to Parliament 20th November … Continue reading A fairer pathway to UK settlement
Tax fraud warning for employment agencies and employers
HMRC is aware that businesses are being approached by organisations offering models which falsely claim to be able to reduce employment … Continue reading Tax fraud warning for employment agencies and employers
Largest crackdown on illegal workers
Number of illegal working arrests skyrocket by 63% as Immigration Enforcement carry out highest level of raids in British history. … Continue reading Largest crackdown on illegal workers
Help for UK businesses to fill £400bn AI skills gap
New report exposes major AI skills gap holding UK businesses back - but 3 new tools launched will help unlock … Continue reading Help for UK businesses to fill £400bn AI skills gap
Preventing illegal working (the Right to Work Scheme) to other working arrangements
Consultation on extending legislation to prevent illegal working (the Right to Work Scheme) to other working arrangements This Home Office … Continue reading Preventing illegal working (the Right to Work Scheme) to other working arrangements
Bereavement and pregnancy protections to be shaped by businesses and workers
Consultations launched on key Make Work Pay measures including protections for pregnant women and new mothers at work, bereavement leave … Continue reading Bereavement and pregnancy protections to be shaped by businesses and workers
Real Living Wage Rates Increase to £13.45 in UK and £14.80 in London
Half a million workers are set for a pay boost as over 16,000 employers are signed up to pay the real Living … Continue reading Real Living Wage Rates Increase to £13.45 in UK and £14.80 in London
Pay deductions can cause minimum wage breaches
As part of the October 2025 shaming list of employers who have been named and fined for National Minimum Wage … Continue reading Pay deductions can cause minimum wage breaches
Another 103 employers caught not paying for time worked!
Although employers may have set payment rates at or above the National Minimum Wage for their workers and employees, some … Continue reading Another 103 employers caught not paying for time worked!
In-work poverty causing misery as over half of low-paid parents forced to turn to food banks
In-work poverty causing misery as over half of low-paid parents forced to turn to food banks UK workers paid below … Continue reading In-work poverty causing misery as over half of low-paid parents forced to turn to food banks
Apprentices – not a reason to underpay!
Of the 491 recently shamed employers for breaching National Minimum Wage (NMW) by the HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) audit … Continue reading Apprentices – not a reason to underpay!
Where are October 2025 shamed employer minimum pay breaches happening?
The National Minimum Wage (NMW) audit teams from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have caught and fined another 491 employers … Continue reading Where are October 2025 shamed employer minimum pay breaches happening?
Another 491 employers fined £10million+ for National Minimum Wage breach
£6 million repaid to workers as Government cracks down on employers underpaying their staff Nearly 500 employers fined over £10 … Continue reading Another 491 employers fined £10million+ for National Minimum Wage breach
Update on the move to eVisas
UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) are replacing physical immigration documents with a digital immigration status, known as an eVisa. Moving … Continue reading Update on the move to eVisas
Focus on reading to drive up standards
all pupils will sit a mandatory reading test at age 13 to drive up reading standards. A national focus on … Continue reading Focus on reading to drive up standards
Job advisers to be embedded in GP surgeries as tens of thousands more sick and disabled people offered help into work
Over 40,000 more sick or disabled people will receive intensive employment support to move into secure, fulfilling work and out … Continue reading Job advisers to be embedded in GP surgeries as tens of thousands more sick and disabled people offered help into work
FWA chair appointed to crack down on minimum wage underpayment and worker exploitation
Matthew Taylor to lead Government's new Fair Work Agency from April 2026. Taylor Review author Matthew Taylor appointed as first … Continue reading FWA chair appointed to crack down on minimum wage underpayment and worker exploitation
Free breakfast clubs for half a million extra children
Thousands more families benefit from free breakfast clubs as plans confirmed for 2,000 new schools to join the scheme from … Continue reading Free breakfast clubs for half a million extra children
Childcare offer exceeds target
New data reveals 530,000 children are now benefiting from government-funded childcare as government exceeds target. New figures reveal over half … Continue reading Childcare offer exceeds target
Digital ID scheme to be rolled out
A new digital ID scheme is to help combat illegal working while making it easier for the vast majority of … Continue reading Digital ID scheme to be rolled out
HMRC name tax avoidance barrister
HMRC have added a practicing barrister, Setu Kamal, to the HMRC tax avoidance promoters list for the first time. Practising … Continue reading HMRC name tax avoidance barrister
Ramped up job support for people on sickness benefits
Specialist Jobcentre staff redeployed to give skills and employment support to tens of thousands of people with no requirement to … Continue reading Ramped up job support for people on sickness benefits
Rogue employer visa sponsor licences revoked
More than twice the number of licences were revoked in the first year of this government than the year before, … Continue reading Rogue employer visa sponsor licences revoked
£4.2 million pay fix fines
Competition and Market Authority (CMA)’s investigation into sports broadcasting and production companies colluding on rates of pay for freelance workers. … Continue reading £4.2 million pay fix fines
Bridget Phillipson speech to TUC conference, 2025
Speech delivered by Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson at the Trades Union Congress annual conference in Brighton, 2025 Thank you, Congress, … Continue reading Bridget Phillipson speech to TUC conference, 2025
DBS launches 2025 Employer Feedback Survey
DBS has launched its 2025 Employer Feedback Survey to gather insights from businesses using DBS services. The Disclosure and Barring … Continue reading DBS launches 2025 Employer Feedback Survey
Staff receive industry leading pay rise
Employment Rights Minister visits an Aldi supermarket in Watford following the retailer's decision to make its staff the best paid … Continue reading Staff receive industry leading pay rise
Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 – 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 and there are no substitute … Continue reading Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 – when are the Bank Holidays and what about paying early?
Young get training and work support as Government extends £45 million scheme
Thousands more young people will receive tailored support to help them into a fulfilling career thanks to a £45 million … Continue reading Young get training and work support as Government extends £45 million scheme
Mini Umbrella Company fraud tribunal win for HMRC
HMRC has secured a landmark victory at an Upper Tier Tribunal against Mini Umbrella Company (MUC) fraud. The judgement states … Continue reading Mini Umbrella Company fraud tribunal win for HMRC
Non-compliant umbrellas to be tackled
The government says it is committed to closing the tax gap and making the tax system fairer. Good and bad … Continue reading Non-compliant umbrellas to be tackled
Turning the Tide on Training Malpractice in the Private Security Industry
Operation RESOLUTE has been designed as a high impact initiative with a strong operational focus on intelligence-led, unannounced inspections to … Continue reading Turning the Tide on Training Malpractice in the Private Security Industry
Spotting disguised remuneration tax avoidance schemes
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have published promotional information on how to spot the signs of disguised remuneration tax avoidance … Continue reading Spotting disguised remuneration tax avoidance schemes
Job boost for newly qualified nurses and midwives
Qualified nurses and midwives given better job opportunities upon graduation with new Graduate Guarantee New support for both graduates and … Continue reading Job boost for newly qualified nurses and midwives
40,000 to get skills in Technical Excellence Colleges
Tens of thousands of future construction workers to be trained up in high-demand construction skills by 2029, delivering growth and … Continue reading 40,000 to get skills in Technical Excellence Colleges
Illegal delivery riders shut down
Illegal workers arrested in nationwide enforcement surge Hundreds of arrests have been made across the UK following a week-long crackdown … Continue reading Illegal delivery riders shut down
Government moves to end discriminatory age bands and unfair pay
The Government’s manifesto commitment to deliver a genuine living wage for working people takes a step closer as it sets … Continue reading Government moves to end discriminatory age bands and unfair pay
National Living Wage April 2026 projection
The Low Pay Commission has updated its projections for the National Living Wage in 2026. The Government has published the … Continue reading National Living Wage April 2026 projection
New UK eVisas for Pakistani students and workers
Most main applicants travelling to the UK on study or work-related visas will no longer need a physical sticker visa … Continue reading New UK eVisas for Pakistani students and workers
GP practices to help people back to work
A new pilot programme will support people with health conditions back into employment and ease pressure on doctors. Fifteen pioneering … Continue reading GP practices to help people back to work
Disabled and people with complex health conditions to receive help finding secure well-paid jobs
Latest cash boost will be delivered to four areas in England as part of the Connect to Work programme 3.8 … Continue reading Disabled and people with complex health conditions to receive help finding secure well-paid jobs
New panel of young people to shape the Government’s Youth Guarantee
Young people with experience of being out of education, employment and training will help shape policy as part of a … Continue reading New panel of young people to shape the Government’s Youth Guarantee
Ban on controversial NDAs silencing abuse
Employment Right Bill The governments Employment Rights Bill is claimed to be delivering the biggest upgrade to workers’ rights in … Continue reading Ban on controversial NDAs silencing abuse
Bereavement leave for families who face pregnancy loss
New amendment to the Employment Rights Bill.. will expand rights to bereavement leave to those who experience pregnancy loss The … Continue reading Bereavement leave for families who face pregnancy loss
Immigration reforms restore order and control
New rules to be laid in Parliament see skills and salary thresholds rise, overseas recruitment for care workers end, and more … Continue reading Immigration reforms restore order and control