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
Free bus travel 24/7 for disabled people
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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
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
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
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
Holiday Pay enforcement consultation open
Make Work Pay: holiday pay compliance and enforcement The government has opened a consultation on: the proposed approach to holiday … Continue reading Holiday Pay enforcement consultation open
Thousands of homes to be eligible for £9,000 off a heat pump
Households on heating oil across England and Wales will be eligible for £9,000 off a heat pump, helping them cut … Continue reading Thousands of homes to be eligible for £9,000 off a heat pump
Out-of-work benefit claimants to get personalised support
Up to 40,000 disabled people and people with health conditions will benefit from expanded access to personalised support, as the … Continue reading Out-of-work benefit claimants to get personalised support
Payrolling Benefits April 2027 phasing (MPBiKs)
The HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have confirmed a phased approach to the implementation of Payrolling for April 2027 and … Continue reading Payrolling Benefits April 2027 phasing (MPBiKs)
Cycling and walking boom with thousands of new routes and safer crossings
Aim to deliver 5,000 new walking, wheeling and cycling routes and 10,000 safer crossings over the next 5 years. more than half … Continue reading Cycling and walking boom with thousands of new routes and safer crossings
Progress made in cleaning up Companies House register as further steps taken to tackle economic crime
A new report released .. reveals the strides being made to improve the accuracy of the Companies House register and … Continue reading Progress made in cleaning up Companies House register as further steps taken to tackle economic crime
Crack down on pension scams
Pension savers will be better protected from scams under new plans announced Tuesday 9th June 2026, as the Government acts … Continue reading Crack down on pension scams
Workplace protections for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children
The Government has launched a consultation on new workplace protections for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children, as part of … Continue reading Workplace protections for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children
Young people being supported into entry-level jobs of the future – AI bootcamps and tech training.
... partnership between government, industry and trade unions to better support young people entering the job market. ✅ 400,000 disadvantaged … Continue reading Young people being supported into entry-level jobs of the future – AI bootcamps and tech training.
Seafarers across the Channel set for better pay and protection
New laws will extend and strengthen seafarer protections beyond UK territorial waters. thousands of seafarers working across the Channel are … Continue reading Seafarers across the Channel set for better pay and protection
Zero hours! Ending one sided flexibility
The government have launched (Tuesday 2nd June 2026) the consultation on Ending one- sided flexibility: reforms of zero hours and similar … Continue reading Zero hours! Ending one sided flexibility
First-ever National Cadets Week to celebrate cadets and reconnect young people with the Armed Forces
The first National Cadet Week in October 2026 will celebrate the cadet forces, one of the country's most effective youth … Continue reading First-ever National Cadets Week to celebrate cadets and reconnect young people with the Armed Forces
Employment lifeline for young people
Young people across the country will be helped onto the career ladder thanks to the creation of 300,000 new work … Continue reading Employment lifeline for young people
Supporting families and businesses with the Cost of Living.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves on 21st May 2026 updated the House of Commons on the Government's economic response to the war … Continue reading Supporting families and businesses with the Cost of Living.
Lifelong Learning Entitlement for adults who were locked out of education
Government announces first 130 universities and colleges approved to offer new bite-sized courses, with applications opening September 2026. Adults balancing … Continue reading Lifelong Learning Entitlement for adults who were locked out of education
Check if you need to register as a Tax adviser – that includes payroll
From Monday 18th May 2026, a new registration requirement for tax advisers will roll out. New mandatory tax adviser registration … Continue reading Check if you need to register as a Tax adviser – that includes payroll
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
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
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
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
Two-child limit removal becomes law
Historic legislation to end the two-child limit has become law, putting 450,000 children on a pathway out of poverty in … Continue reading Two-child limit removal becomes law
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
Nursing funding boost to help better community care
Care homes providing tailored nursing care to patients in the community will benefit from a funding rise of more than … Continue reading Nursing funding boost to help better community care
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)
Spring Forecast 2026 speech
No further payroll related changes were announced within the Chancellors speech. The following is the speech as delivered (minus political … Continue reading Spring Forecast 2026 speech
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
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
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
Government to cover travel costs of children with cancer
£10 million financial support package for families of children and young people with cancer to cover travel costs to and … Continue reading Government to cover travel costs of children with cancer
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
Chancellor announces date of 2026 Spring Forecast
The Chancellor has asked the Office for Budget Responsibility to prepare forecast for 3 March 2026 The Chancellor of the … Continue reading Chancellor announces date of 2026 Spring Forecast
New Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) – what is the 80% rate?
Following the passing of the Employment Rights Bill and the Royal Ascent of the Employment Rights Act on Thursday 18th … Continue reading New Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) – what is the 80% rate?
New Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Transitional Protection April 2026
Following the passing of the Employment Rights Bill and the Royal Ascent of the Employment Rights Act on Thursday 18th … Continue reading New Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Transitional Protection April 2026
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
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
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
Day 1 sick pay for all going ahead
The government are progressing the Employment Rights Bill through Parliament. Although some elements are being ping ponged between the commons … Continue reading Day 1 sick pay for all going ahead
Budget 2025 – Collective money purchase schemes
As part of budget 2025 announcements have been progressed in relation to collective money purchase schemes. What a CMP The … Continue reading Budget 2025 – Collective money purchase schemes
OBR chair resigns over budget 2025 blunder
Richard Hughes has written to the Chancellor (1st December 2025) to resign as Chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility … Continue reading OBR chair resigns over budget 2025 blunder
Budget 2025 – National Insurance freeze!
As part of budget 2025, Rachel Reeves announced a freeze of National Insurance thresholds and rates until April 2031. Well … Continue reading Budget 2025 – National Insurance freeze!
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 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
Budget 2025 – The Red Box
The Red Budget Box According to information published by Parliament, the word Budget comes from an old French word ‘bougette’ … Continue reading Budget 2025 – The Red Box
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
Discounts for families to keep warm in winter and cool in summer
Boiler Upgrade Scheme has been expanded to include air-to-air heat pumps and heat batteries giving families more choice in how … Continue reading Discounts for families to keep warm in winter and cool in summer
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
Prescription charges frozen
The Chancellor is extending the freeze on NHS prescription charges next year to keep prescriptions under a tenner, saving patients … Continue reading Prescription charges frozen
First rail freeze in 30 years to help commuters
Rail fares frozen for the first time in 30 years in historic intervention to deliver real savings for millions of … Continue reading First rail freeze in 30 years to help commuters
Millions of pensioners to receive Winter Fuel Payments
Nine million pensioners are to benefit from vital support for energy costs during the colder months as Winter Fuel Payments … Continue reading Millions of pensioners to receive Winter Fuel Payments
No-fault evictions to end by May 2026
Renters' Rights Act will kick in from 1 May 2026, benefitting 11 million renters across England. Countdown begins for the … Continue reading No-fault evictions to end by May 2026
Tackling ill-health and keep Britain working
60 major and many small employers are joining forces with government to tackle the rising tide of ill-health that is … Continue reading Tackling ill-health and keep Britain working
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
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
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
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
Empowering disadvantaged pupils to reach university
Almost 10,000 high-achieving young people will receive letters from students at Kings College London encouraging them to consider a university … Continue reading Empowering disadvantaged pupils to reach university
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
Exchequer Secretary speech to the annual HMRC Conference
(C)2025 PAYadvice Ltd Simon Parsons of SD Worx, PAYadvice and representing the BCS Oayroll Group (part of the Chartered Institute … Continue reading Exchequer Secretary speech to the annual HMRC Conference
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
Boost women’s representation in the workplace.
Women's Business Council refreshed to help break down barriers for opportunity for women at work the government refreshes the Women’s … Continue reading Boost women’s representation in the workplace.
Preparing British travellers for EU border changes
UK government launches campaign to raise awareness of EU’s Entry/Exit System. British travellers and holiday,Akers are being advised to prepare … Continue reading Preparing British travellers for EU border changes
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
Crackdown on legal visa abuse
…action led to a 10% fall in student asylum claims. The significant growth in asylum claims from legal migration routes … Continue reading Crackdown on legal visa abuse
Autumn 2025 budget date announced
On Wednesday 3rd September 2025, the Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed that the date of the Budget will be held on … Continue reading Autumn 2025 budget date announced
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
Employer Bulletin: August 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: August 2025
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
AI helpers could coach people into careers and help them move home
AI agents could soon take on boring life admin by dealing with public services on your behalf – from filling … Continue reading AI helpers could coach people into careers and help them move home
Prepare for Emergency Alerts test
The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster calls for the country to prepare for the second national test of the … Continue reading Prepare for Emergency Alerts test
Tax Free Child Care
HMRC encourages parents to register for Tax-Free Childcare to help towards the cost of their childcare bills. Working families are … Continue reading Tax Free Child Care
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
Payroll Service providers to be registered from April 2026
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have confirmed the intention Payroll Service providers to be registered along with other Tax Advisers … Continue reading Payroll Service providers to be registered from April 2026
Pensions Commission revived to confront retirement crisis
…to confront retirement crisis that risks tomorrow’s pensioners being poorer than today’s Almost half of working-age adults are still saving … Continue reading Pensions Commission revived to confront retirement crisis
Workers to take control of their tax affairs with new HMRC services
New PAYE service announced to save around 35 million taxpayers’ time. At least 90% of taxpayer interactions with HMRC to be digital … Continue reading Workers to take control of their tax affairs with new HMRC services
Unpaid internships – call for evidence
The government are seeking evidence and views on unpaid internships and internships paid below the National Minimum Wage (NMW), and … Continue reading Unpaid internships – call for evidence
Electric Car Grant
Car manufacturers can apply for vehicle eligibility for the grant from 16 July 2025 The government is making it easier … Continue reading Electric Car Grant
Mansion House 2025 speech
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivered her second Mansion House speech on the evening of Tuesday 15 July 2025. … Continue reading Mansion House 2025 speech
Side hustlers urged to get tax returns sorted now
Side hustlers urged to get tax returns sorted now If you earn more than £1,000 from additional income, you may … Continue reading Side hustlers urged to get tax returns sorted now
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