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
Employment rights reforms revealed
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eVisa transition
Physical immigration document holders urged to take action to access their eVisa now The government is urging all those across … Continue reading eVisa transition
Over 1.1 million employees denied their holiday pay rights
New analysis shows more than a million employees didn’t get any of the paid holiday they were entitled to last … Continue reading Over 1.1 million employees denied their holiday pay rights
Business leaders will be involved in “every step of the way” in Make Work Pay plans
The Deputy Prime Minister and Business Secretary have met with business leaders to discuss the upcoming Employment Bill. In the … Continue reading Business leaders will be involved in “every step of the way” in Make Work Pay plans
Rogue employers targeted in illegal working crackdown
The Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, announced last month that the government would crack down on unscrupulous employers who are hiring … Continue reading Rogue employers targeted in illegal working crackdown
Workplace life-saving health checks to benefit over 130,000 employees
More than 130,000 people across the country will be better protected from diseases such as heart disease, kidney disease and … Continue reading Workplace life-saving health checks to benefit over 130,000 employees
More umbrella tax avoidance schemes named
Another nine dodgy tax avoidance promoter schemes have been named by HM Revenue and Customs (8th August 2024 and 22nd … Continue reading More umbrella tax avoidance schemes named
Online jobs adverts with below National Living Wage pay!
New TUC research found 46 jobs online on a single day in July 2024 advertising pay below the National Living … Continue reading Online jobs adverts with below National Living Wage pay!
Make Work Pay first steps
British workers are set for better working conditions as the Government takes its first steps towards its Plan to Make … Continue reading Make Work Pay first steps
Top apprenticeship employers 2024
Large and small companies recognised for their apprenticeship programmes, creating opportunities and driving growth Public and private sector employers celebrated … Continue reading Top apprenticeship employers 2024
Minimum Wage changes
We’re changing the way the Minimum Wage is set so it keeps in line with the cost of living. What … Continue reading Minimum Wage changes
Young aviators encouraged to Reach for the Sky in skills and outreach programme
Giving young people from under-represented groups the opportunity to pursue a career in aviation. Aviation Minister rallies industry to get … Continue reading Young aviators encouraged to Reach for the Sky in skills and outreach programme
Blizzard added to the tax avoidance promoters list
HMRC have added Blizzard Pay Ltd (BPL) to their named list of tax avoidance scheme promoters. So how did Blizzard … Continue reading Blizzard added to the tax avoidance promoters list
Minimum wage and the Payroll Savings scheme dilemma!
Lees of Scotland are another retailer caught out by the complex National Minimum Wage regulations and their efforts to help … Continue reading Minimum wage and the Payroll Savings scheme dilemma!
More names added to the tax avoidance list!
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have increased the number of named tax avoidance schemes, promoters, enablers and suppliers, update 18th … Continue reading More names added to the tax avoidance list!
People who lost jobs in business failures thrown vital lifeline by Insolvency Service
The Insolvency Service’s Redundancy Payments Service processed more than 85,000 claims from former employees of companies which had become insolvent … Continue reading People who lost jobs in business failures thrown vital lifeline by Insolvency Service
Dismissal and re-engagement: code of practice
The practice of dismissing and re-engaging employees – sometimes referred to as fire and rehire – as a means of … Continue reading Dismissal and re-engagement: code of practice
Skills England for opportunities and growth
New body launched to bring together key partners to meet the skills needs of the next decade across all regions. … Continue reading Skills England for opportunities and growth
Minimum Wage Revolution – is it about to happen?
As part of the new Labour governments proposed 40 bills which formed part of the Kings Speech delivered on Wednesday … Continue reading Minimum Wage Revolution – is it about to happen?
Workplace nursery – really!
Clarifying the workplace nursery partnership requirement rules at section 318 ITEPA As part of the July 2024 agent update 121, … Continue reading Workplace nursery – really!
Employment Rights Bill
As part of the Kings Speech delivered on Wednesday 17th July 2924, the Starmer Labour government set out its intention … Continue reading Employment Rights Bill
Our government of service
Prime Minister Keir Starmer lays out his plans to deliver change for the country. On Wednesday 17th July 2024 along … Continue reading Our government of service
Kings Speech – employment rights and pensions
Amongst a long list of 40 government proposed bills (more even than Tony Blair’s government) as part of the Kings … Continue reading Kings Speech – employment rights and pensions
Young Brits warned of dangers of modern slavery abroad
Young people travelling to popular holiday destinations to work in bars and clubs have been given advice on the dangers … Continue reading Young Brits warned of dangers of modern slavery abroad
What is the Kings speech and when?
The King’s Speech is written by the government and delivered by the Monarch at the State Opening of Parliament. It … Continue reading What is the Kings speech and when?
Warning for employment agencies using umbrella companies – Spotlight 64
As part of the July 2024 Employer Bulletin, HMRC are highlighting their spotlight 64 information on rogue umbrella organisations and … Continue reading Warning for employment agencies using umbrella companies – Spotlight 64
Back to Work Plan to drive economic growth
Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall, on Thursday 11th July 2024, confirmed the Government’s commitments to its manifesto ‘Back to Work Plan’, … Continue reading Back to Work Plan to drive economic growth
6,500 new teachers
The Education Secretary 8th July 2024, begun work delivering the government’s pledge to recruit 6,500 new teachers. Bridget Phillipson embarks … Continue reading 6,500 new teachers
Labour win – payroll and HR impacts
With the Labour party winning with a significant majority and forming a new UK government, changes to employment and payroll … Continue reading Labour win – payroll and HR impacts
TUC – change the law on hot workplaces!
New government “must change law on hot workplaces”, warns TUC TUC says hot workplaces put workers at risk of range … Continue reading TUC – change the law on hot workplaces!
More umbrellas named!
The HMRC have added a further 3 umbrella organisations that have been found to promoting tax avoidance schemes which HMRC … Continue reading More umbrellas named!
More named tax avoidance umbrella schemes bagged
HMRC have named more umbrella tax avoidance schemes that don’t work as part of the 72 tax avoidance named schemes. … Continue reading More named tax avoidance umbrella schemes bagged
DWP plan to catch benefit cheats
Department for Work and Pensions announces it has saved £1.3 billion from fraud and error Government updates plan to further crack down on benefit cheats, … Continue reading DWP plan to catch benefit cheats
Four facts about apprentice pay – Low Pay Commission
The following is based on a blog by the Low Pay Commision published 3rd May 2024. Apprenticeships are a great … Continue reading Four facts about apprentice pay – Low Pay Commission
Job Reference – what about absence?
The question on social media has been asked on what absence can be shown on a job reference from a … Continue reading Job Reference – what about absence?
With Accent Umbrella? Get out!
Accent Umbrella Ltd (AUL) has been named by HMRC as a promoter of tax avoidance schemes. Please be cautious following … Continue reading With Accent Umbrella? Get out!
National Insurance cut is live
Millions of workers checking payslips will have seen reductions in National Insurance contributions (NICs) As the economy turns a corner, … Continue reading National Insurance cut is live
Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats to enhance checks to prevent illegal working
Leading food delivery companies will introduce enhanced security checks on their apps to prevent the market being abused by illegal … Continue reading Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats to enhance checks to prevent illegal working
Nearly 100,000 workplace training delivered
Almost 100,000 workplace training places have been delivered in the past year for jobseekers, beating the Government’s 80,000 annual target, … Continue reading Nearly 100,000 workplace training delivered
Solucionis named by HMRC as tax avoidance promoter
The HMRC has named another Umbrella company who is promoting tax avoidance schemes that they claim don’t work! Solucionis claims … Continue reading Solucionis named by HMRC as tax avoidance promoter
‘Big Four’ get prison leavers in to work in crime-cutting drive
Britain's biggest businesses are being urged by the government to recruit prison leavers as part of a national campaign. KPMG … Continue reading ‘Big Four’ get prison leavers in to work in crime-cutting drive
Modern slavery registry
The modern slavery statement registry has been updated to encourage businesses to upload their annual modern slavery statements. The changes … Continue reading Modern slavery registry
Tips guidance published
The government’s Tipping Act is a step closer to coming into force, … the Code of Practice is published and … Continue reading Tips guidance published
Britain’s “sick note culture” to be tackled
In a major speech Friday 19th April 2024, the Prime Minister unveiled a package of welfare reform measures to tackle … Continue reading Britain’s “sick note culture” to be tackled
Mandating postcode provision for Freeports and Investment Zones – April 2025
The government has announced that it intends to bring forward a legislative change to mandate employers operating in a Freeport … Continue reading Mandating postcode provision for Freeports and Investment Zones – April 2025
Tackling Non-Compliance in the Umbrella Companies Market
The government remains concerned about the scale of non-compliance in the umbrella company market, and the detrimental impact that this … Continue reading Tackling Non-Compliance in the Umbrella Companies Market
Childcare rollout on track
New data shows 195,355 children benefitting from government-funded childcare for two-year-olds Hundreds of thousands of parents are be able to … Continue reading Childcare rollout on track
AI to help keep people in work
Reforms to occupational health services will be shaped through a £1.5m innovation fund, as the government continues its drive to … Continue reading AI to help keep people in work
Sunday – work and pay
This article looks at the different aspects of Sunday working and Sunday pay. What rules apply to working on Sunday? … Continue reading Sunday – work and pay
New proposals just the ticket for getting young people into transport
Proposals could improve job opportunities for people aged 18 to 20, ease driver shortages and provide more reliable bus and … Continue reading New proposals just the ticket for getting young people into transport
‘OP PROSPER’ boosts veterans’ employment
Prime Minister meets veterans, businesses and charities to launch a dedicated employment support service. Prime Minister meets veterans, businesses and … Continue reading ‘OP PROSPER’ boosts veterans’ employment
Fraudsters behind benefits scam brought to justice
A group who stole over £50 million of taxpayers’ money has been brought to justice in the largest ever benefit … Continue reading Fraudsters behind benefits scam brought to justice
Working parents on Universal Credit set receive up to £20,872 a year in childcare support
Parents on Universal Credit can now receive up to £1,311 more a year in childcare support following a 6.7% boost … Continue reading Working parents on Universal Credit set receive up to £20,872 a year in childcare support
Twelve arrested after Home Office raid
Twelve immigration offenders have been arrested following a Home Office raid on a bedding and mattress factory in the West … Continue reading Twelve arrested after Home Office raid
Boosting disabled people’s prospects at work
A new Disability Confident guide for managers helping them recruit, retain, and foster the progression of disabled people and those … Continue reading Boosting disabled people’s prospects at work
Half a million set to benefit from back to work support
Half a million people claiming old benefits will be invited to claim Universal Credit, unlocking all the work support it … Continue reading Half a million set to benefit from back to work support
Millions of workers benefit from new employment law measures
Millions of workers across the UK will now benefit from new measures as three Government-backed Acts become law 6th April … Continue reading Millions of workers benefit from new employment law measures
Crackdown on ‘gagging orders’ where there is crime – the NDA
Victims will no longer be prevented from accessing support or legal advice under plans to crack down on the misuse … Continue reading Crackdown on ‘gagging orders’ where there is crime – the NDA
New laws to cut migration and put British workers first
Changes now in force to slash migration and prevent the undercutting of British workers by employers looking to recruit cheap … Continue reading New laws to cut migration and put British workers first
Don’t be an April Fool! The Minimum Wage checklist
1st April 2024 National Minimum Wage uplift The 1st April 2024 sees the introduction of a significant uplift in the … Continue reading Don’t be an April Fool! The Minimum Wage checklist
NMW – Work related training is work time
With the rise in National MinimumWage and National Living Wage A frequent question on various Facebook and other social media … Continue reading NMW – Work related training is work time
End ineffective business equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) practices
The independent Inclusion at Work Panel has published a report (20th March 2024) on the state of equality, diversity and … Continue reading End ineffective business equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) practices
Payroll pays 30.4 million employees
Source: PAYE RTI from HMRC The Office for National Statistics (ONS) estimates for February 2024 indicate that the number of … Continue reading Payroll pays 30.4 million employees
£900,000 penalty for promoter of tax avoidance scheme
A tax avoidance promoter whose schemes were used by locum doctors and nurses faces a £900,000 penalty for failing to … Continue reading £900,000 penalty for promoter of tax avoidance scheme
Spring Budget 2024 speech
Spring Budget 2024 speech as delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. Madam Deputy Speaker… As we mourn the tragic loss of … Continue reading Spring Budget 2024 speech
April 2024 changes to NICs
The HMRC Software Developer Support Team have issued the following to developers in relation to the 2 percentage point cut … Continue reading April 2024 changes to NICs
Crackdown on Fire and Rehire
In February the Government announced action to tackle the use of controversial 'fire and rehire' practices. Government acts against controversial … Continue reading Crackdown on Fire and Rehire
Pay boost for 21 & 22 year olds and younger workers
National Minimum Wage increases imminent National Minimum Wage applies to all employees and workers who have reached school leaving age … Continue reading Pay boost for 21 & 22 year olds and younger workers
Salary Sacrifice and Minimum Pay : benefit or a risk too far
Salary sacrifice schemes have become increasingly popular, often generated by employer efforts to save secondary National Insurance contributions with employers … Continue reading Salary Sacrifice and Minimum Pay : benefit or a risk too far
Shamed for not paying minimum wage
524 businesses have been named for failing to pay the minimum wage Employers ordered to repay workers nearly £16 million, … Continue reading Shamed for not paying minimum wage
Flexible Working changes April 2024
Flexible working laws are changing from 6th April 2024 Businesses will need to change how they manage flexible working requests … Continue reading Flexible Working changes April 2024
‘Fake DBS check’ recruitment scams
Coinciding with the Home Office Stop! Think Fraud campaign, the Disclosure & Barring Service is providing support to job seekers … Continue reading ‘Fake DBS check’ recruitment scams
His Majesty King Charles III Green Apprenticeships
Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) is responsible for decommissioning the first generation nuclear and research sites across the UK, ensuring all … Continue reading His Majesty King Charles III Green Apprenticeships
Six-year ban for boss who employed illegal workers
The owner of a Cumbria pizzeria and takeaway has been banned as a company director for six years after hiring … Continue reading Six-year ban for boss who employed illegal workers
Do you have workwear and uniform costs? Claim tax relief direct from HMRC
HMRC are reminding those who have to use workwear or provide uniform which they take home - that they may … Continue reading Do you have workwear and uniform costs? Claim tax relief direct from HMRC
Not so pure umbrella scheme – get out!
HMRC continues to warn about avoidance schemes and have added another name to their published list – Purity Ltd. If … Continue reading Not so pure umbrella scheme – get out!
Right to work code update from 13th Feb 2014
The Home Office has published an updated Code of Practice for the Right to Work Scheme, which will come into … Continue reading Right to work code update from 13th Feb 2014
How much NICs will you save?
Want to know how much the reduction in National Insurance could save you & your friends & family? The government … Continue reading How much NICs will you save?
Student Visa action comes into force
From 1st January 2024, ….. most international students can now no longer bring family members to the UK. The Office … Continue reading Student Visa action comes into force
Progress on workers’ rights package 2024
Millions are set to benefit under the new Workers’ Rights Acts – giving more money and more say back to … Continue reading Progress on workers’ rights package 2024
DBT publish new guidance on Simplifying holiday entitlement and holiday pay calculations
How holiday pay and entitlement has changed from 1 January 2024. The Department for Business and Trade has published new … Continue reading DBT publish new guidance on Simplifying holiday entitlement and holiday pay calculations
New Holiday Pay 12.07% – not as easy as you think!
Many employers and even payroll professionals have welcomed what some claim is a return of the 12.07% holiday pay method … Continue reading New Holiday Pay 12.07% – not as easy as you think!
Had a Christmas job? Check your pay!
Festive workers who may be missing out on the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage are being urged to … Continue reading Had a Christmas job? Check your pay!
Enforcement Notice on repayment agent ads
The Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have seen an increase in ads from tax … Continue reading Enforcement Notice on repayment agent ads
Minimum Pay – Geographical approach to employers
National Minimum Wage compliance approach As part of the NMW compliance approach outlined in the December 2023 Employer Bulletin, HM … Continue reading Minimum Pay – Geographical approach to employers
Plans to cut net migration
Plan to deliver the biggest ever cut in net migration and curb abuse of the immigration system. The Home Secretary … Continue reading Plans to cut net migration
Responsibilities for employment businesses working with umbrella companies
Working with HM Treasury (HMT) and the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have published … Continue reading Responsibilities for employment businesses working with umbrella companies
HMRC names more tax avoidance schemes
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have added more tax avoidance schemes that don’t work. Bluestar Financial Solutions Limited The scheme … Continue reading HMRC names more tax avoidance schemes
Statutory Payment Rates 2024 increased by 6.7%
The UK Government have announced the increase basis for Statutory Payment rates along with other benefits and have released the … Continue reading Statutory Payment Rates 2024 increased by 6.7%
Inappropriate use of agency drivers
Traffic Commissioner for the East of England, Richard Turfitt, took action following attempts to circumvent the HM Revenue and Customs … Continue reading Inappropriate use of agency drivers
Right to Work – Illegal Working Penalties Code of Practice
Published Draft Illegal Working Penalties Code of Practice Home Office has published a draft code of practice on illegal working penalties, … Continue reading Right to Work – Illegal Working Penalties Code of Practice
Record wage boost for nearly 3 million workers – April 2024
Biggest ever increase to the National Living Wage, worth over £1,800 a year for a full-time worker… Since 2010 the … Continue reading Record wage boost for nearly 3 million workers – April 2024
Food delivery account sharing concern
Uber Eats, Deliveroo and Just Eat urged to end unchecked account sharing to protect the public. Food delivery firms have … Continue reading Food delivery account sharing concern
Rolled Up Holiday Pay choice for Employers
For holiday years starting on or after 1st April 2024, Employers will be permitted to calculate annual leave entitlement as … Continue reading Rolled Up Holiday Pay choice for Employers
TUPE consultation change
The government has responded to the consultation on reforms to retained EU employment law in relation to consultation requirements under … Continue reading TUPE consultation change
Change to Working Time record keeping
The government has responded to the consultation on reforms to retained EU employment law and the consultation on the Working … Continue reading Change to Working Time record keeping
Obsolete and burdensome EU rules to be removed from UK law
Proposed reforms allow businesses additional freedoms while retaining the UK’s world leading workers’ rights Proposals include reducing record keeping requirements … Continue reading Obsolete and burdensome EU rules to be removed from UK law
Holiday consultation – the response
The government has responded to the consultation on reforms to retained EU employment law and the consultation on calculating holiday … Continue reading Holiday consultation – the response
‘End the scourge of insecure work’ – TUC
In a TUC blog and news article by Anjum Klair for the Trades Union Congress (TUC) - BME women far … Continue reading ‘End the scourge of insecure work’ – TUC
Real Living Wage rise – what about the impact on Statutory Maternity Pay
With the real Living Wage and London Living Wage announced 10% rise on the Tuesday 24th October 2023 - real … Continue reading Real Living Wage rise – what about the impact on Statutory Maternity Pay