In a report published by the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Thursday 11th May 2023, research provides a breakdown of the … Continue reading TUC urges for a £15 minimum wage for care workers
TUC urges for a £15 minimum wage for care workers
Category: National Minimum and Living Wage
Pay rises and the impacts on Maternity – the curse of Alabaster
Pay increases to meet the cost of living crisis and the rise in National set Minimum pay. With current level … Continue reading Pay rises and the impacts on Maternity – the curse of Alabaster
New tipping law passed
Withholding tips from staff becomes unlawful as the Tipping Bill achieves Royal Assent, with more than 2 million workers to … Continue reading New tipping law passed
April 2023 Employer Bulletin
HMRC have issued the April 2023 edition of the Employer Bulletin which brings the latest HMRC updates and guidance to … Continue reading April 2023 Employer Bulletin
Start-age for National Living Wage expected to drop to 21 from April 2024
In 2019, the Low Pay Commission (LPC) recommended that workers should become entitled to the National Living Wage (NLW, the … Continue reading Start-age for National Living Wage expected to drop to 21 from April 2024
Common causes of minimum pay breach
The Department for Business and Trade (DBT), formerly known as BEIS have issued updated information on one of their areas … Continue reading Common causes of minimum pay breach
Happy New (Tax) Year – 6th April 2023
Photo by Pavel Danilyuk on Pexels.com Often when meeting with payroll professionals around the world, they wonder why the United … Continue reading Happy New (Tax) Year – 6th April 2023
National Minimum Wage Rise 1st April 2023
For pay periods starting on or after Saturday 1st April 2023, the National Living Wage and Nation Minimum Wage are … Continue reading National Minimum Wage Rise 1st April 2023
New UK law to boost seafarer pay
The new law is designed to protect those working on vessels operating an international service from being paid less than … Continue reading New UK law to boost seafarer pay
February 2023 Employer Bulletin
This links to edition 100 of the online Employer Bulletin. In this month’s edition of the Employer Bulletin there are … Continue reading February 2023 Employer Bulletin
More warnings to medical staff about dirty umbrellas
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are advising users of the named schemes promoted by Charteris Management Ltd (CML) to withdraw … Continue reading More warnings to medical staff about dirty umbrellas
SIA leads joint operation to identify illegal working practices and tax fraud
The Security Industry Authority (SIA), HMRC and West Midlands Police recently carried out a joint operation in Birmingham to ensure … Continue reading SIA leads joint operation to identify illegal working practices and tax fraud
Significant minimum pay rise may impact employer reward strategies
Employers may need to review their reward strategies! With the proposal of the Low Pay Commission (LPC) for a significant … Continue reading Significant minimum pay rise may impact employer reward strategies
Payroll 2023-24: Allowances, Rates and Thresholds from 6 April 2023
Dear PAYadvice.UK, Following the Autumn Statement of 17 November 2022 we can confirm the following information for payroll 2023-24. Where … Continue reading Payroll 2023-24: Allowances, Rates and Thresholds from 6 April 2023
Autumn Statement 2022
Dear PAYadvice.UK, The Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt MP, made his Autumn Statement speech. The Chancellor … Continue reading Autumn Statement 2022
National Minimum and Living Wage rise for April 2023
The government states it is committed to ending low pay. From 1st April 2023, the National Living Wage (NLW) will … Continue reading National Minimum and Living Wage rise for April 2023
Chancellor delivers plan for stability, growth and public services
The Chancellor has, Thursday 17th November 2022, announced the Autumn Statement, its aim to restore stability to the economy, protect … Continue reading Chancellor delivers plan for stability, growth and public services
Medium-Term Fiscal Plan (Budget)
The Chancellor has commissioned the OBR’s forecast for 31st October 2022, and will publish the Medium-Term Fiscal Plan on the … Continue reading Medium-Term Fiscal Plan (Budget)
Real Living Wage increases to £10.90 in UK and £11.95 in London
The Living Wage Foundation has announced their new uplifted rates early on Thursday 22nd September 2022, a day ahead of … Continue reading Real Living Wage increases to £10.90 in UK and £11.95 in London
HM Treasury confirm Friday 23rd September 2022 for the mini budget
Subject to the agreement of the House of Commons, On Friday 23rd September, Chancellor Kwai Kwarteng will unveil the Growth … Continue reading HM Treasury confirm Friday 23rd September 2022 for the mini budget
Mini-budget imminent
Following the state funeral on Monday 19th September 2022, the government are expected to hold a fiscal event or mini … Continue reading Mini-budget imminent
Directors of a tax avoidance promoters named for the first time
HMRC uses new powers to publicly name the directors of tax avoidance promoting companies. Tax avoidance bosses have been named … Continue reading Directors of a tax avoidance promoters named for the first time
Walking, wheeling and cycling to be offered on prescription in nationwide trial
Eleven local authority areas in England to benefit from £12.7 million in multi-year funding. trials in 11 areas across the … Continue reading Walking, wheeling and cycling to be offered on prescription in nationwide trial
London landmark tax avoidance scheme named
A tax avoidance promoter based in The Shard has been exposed by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) with users warned … Continue reading London landmark tax avoidance scheme named
Legislation updates 2023 for payroll
Following the successful Legislation update for 2021 and then 2022 for payroll by PAYadvice.UK with 20 thousand hits and downloads … Continue reading Legislation updates 2023 for payroll
Tax avoidance promoter fined £1 million
A tax avoidance scheme promoter has been hit with a £1 million fine after a legal challenge by HM Revenue … Continue reading Tax avoidance promoter fined £1 million
Fear and insecurity mean workers do not report underpayment
The Low Pay Commission (LPC) has published a report on non-compliance and enforcement of the minimum wage in Leicester’s textiles … Continue reading Fear and insecurity mean workers do not report underpayment
Improving the data HMRC collects – consultation
The government have launched a consultation to improve data in relation to employment and self employment. The consultation Proposes a … Continue reading Improving the data HMRC collects – consultation
ROYAL DOCKS SEEKS TO EXCEL AS A LIVING WAGE PLACE
ExCeL London becomes Accredited Living Wage Employer The Royal Docks receives formal recognition from the Living Wage Foundation for Making a … Continue reading ROYAL DOCKS SEEKS TO EXCEL AS A LIVING WAGE PLACE
New law ensures all staff keep their tips
Government backs new reforms making it unlawful for employers to withhold tips from staff. New legislation to make it unlawful … Continue reading New law ensures all staff keep their tips
Bill ensures thousands of seafarers receive fair pay
new pay protection laws on minimum wage for thousands of seafarers regularly entering UK waterslaws will prevent firms undercutting fair … Continue reading Bill ensures thousands of seafarers receive fair pay
HMRC urges customers to leave tax avoidance scheme promoted by London-based firm
HMRC names Peak PAYE Ltd as a tax avoidance promoter and urges individuals to withdraw from using it. This tax … Continue reading HMRC urges customers to leave tax avoidance scheme promoted by London-based firm
Minimum wage laws set sail for Seafarers
Tens of thousands of seafarers must be paid an equivalent to UK national minimum wage in a major step forward … Continue reading Minimum wage laws set sail for Seafarers
Happy New (Tax) Year – 6th April 2022
Why does the UK tax year start on 6th April each year? Well, it used to be New Year’s Day! … Continue reading Happy New (Tax) Year – 6th April 2022
New National Minimum Wage rates commence
For pay periods commencing from the 1st April 2022, the new National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates come … Continue reading New National Minimum Wage rates commence
Measures announced to ensure that all UK ferry operators pay the national minimum wage and ferries are seaworthy.
new powers mandating ferries operating in and out of the UK pay national minimum wage‘minimum wage corridors’ to be explored … Continue reading Measures announced to ensure that all UK ferry operators pay the national minimum wage and ferries are seaworthy.
April 2022 – New Tax Year resources
PAYadvice endeavours to keep you as up to date as possible with the latest and developing changes impacting payroll and … Continue reading April 2022 – New Tax Year resources
National Minimum Wage increase impact on Historic Statutory Maternity Pay
The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates increase for pay periods commencing 1st April 2022. HMRC, as part … Continue reading National Minimum Wage increase impact on Historic Statutory Maternity Pay
February 2022 HMRC Employer Bulletin
HMRC publishes their Employer Bulletin online 6 times a year, providing employers and agents with the latest information on topics … Continue reading February 2022 HMRC Employer Bulletin
Industry given certainty around seasonal workers but told to focus on domestic workforce
Seasonal Worker visa route extended until end of 2024, to allow foreign workers to come to the UK for up … Continue reading Industry given certainty around seasonal workers but told to focus on domestic workforce
HMRC to name tax avoidance promoters
Naming tax avoidance promoters As part of the approach to support taxpayers to steer clear, or move out, of tax … Continue reading HMRC to name tax avoidance promoters
Why are employers breaking minimum wage law? ‘don’t be a Scrooge – pay your staff properly’
Government has named and shamed another 208 businesses which failed to pay the minimum wage to 12,000 of the lowest … Continue reading Why are employers breaking minimum wage law? ‘don’t be a Scrooge – pay your staff properly’
Margaret Beels appointed as Director of Labour Market Enforcement
“The new appointment will bolster government’s continued efforts to protect and enhance workers’ rights while stamping out workplace exploitation” Margaret … Continue reading Margaret Beels appointed as Director of Labour Market Enforcement
REAL LIVING WAGE INCREASES TO £9.90 IN UK AND £11.05 IN LONDON AS COST OF LIVING RISES.
Over 300,000 Living Wage workers are set for a pay boost More than £1.6 billion in extra wages has gone … Continue reading REAL LIVING WAGE INCREASES TO £9.90 IN UK AND £11.05 IN LONDON AS COST OF LIVING RISES.
Legislation update 2022 for payroll
Following the successful Legislation update 2021 for payroll by PAYadvice.UK with 19,500 hits and downloads since its launch at the … Continue reading Legislation update 2022 for payroll
Large minimum wage increase to boost low-paid workers’ incomes
Minimum wage rates from April 2022 have now been confirmed Following a period of speculation, media briefings and the Autumn … Continue reading Large minimum wage increase to boost low-paid workers’ incomes
National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage increases April 2022
On the 21st October 2021, the UK government indicated approval of the Low Pay Commission recommendation for the uplifting of … Continue reading National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage increases April 2022
All tips to go to staff
Government to tackle shameful tipping practices ensuring tips go to workersplans will help 2 million UK workers retain their tips … Continue reading All tips to go to staff
Absurd excuses for not paying National Minimum Wage published
By law, workers must be paid at least the minimum wage for their age - the following are 10 outrageous … Continue reading Absurd excuses for not paying National Minimum Wage published
Minimum wage law breaker Employers ‘named and shamed’
Government names and shames 191 employers who have underpaid workers, including major household namesnamed firms have been fined for owing … Continue reading Minimum wage law breaker Employers ‘named and shamed’
Cleaners targeted to check their wages
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are targeting contact with those employed in the cleaning sector making them aware of their … Continue reading Cleaners targeted to check their wages
Summer job? Check: your hourly rate, any deductions or unpaid time.
Last year, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) helped more than 150,000 workers who were paid under the minimum wage and … Continue reading Summer job? Check: your hourly rate, any deductions or unpaid time.
Government to protect workers’ rights and clamp down on workplace abuse with powerful new body
New workers’ watchdog to take over responsibility for tackling modern slavery, enforcing minimum wage, and moreone-stop shop will improve enforcement … Continue reading Government to protect workers’ rights and clamp down on workplace abuse with powerful new body
Low Pay and ethnicity – LPC call for evidence
The LPC is seeking evidence on the experiences of low-paid workers from ethnic minority backgrounds. Alongside the usual work of … Continue reading Low Pay and ethnicity – LPC call for evidence
Non-compliance with basic employment rights in the labour market highlights the need for reform – TUC
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) have published a research paper outlining an action plan to reform labour market enforcement. TUC … Continue reading Non-compliance with basic employment rights in the labour market highlights the need for reform – TUC
Low Pay Commission publish their report on National Minimum Wage enforcement
The Covid-19 pandemic has left low-paid workers more vulnerable and businesses under greater pressure than ever before. This increases the … Continue reading Low Pay Commission publish their report on National Minimum Wage enforcement
BEIS-HMRC Joint National Minimum Wage Stakeholder Forum
BEIS and HMRC held a Joint National Minimum Wage (NMW) virtual Stakeholder Forum on 29th April 2021 with employer and … Continue reading BEIS-HMRC Joint National Minimum Wage Stakeholder Forum
HMRC April 2021 Employer Bulletin
HMRC have issued the April 2021 Employer Bulletin, again, packed full with information. In this month’s edition of the Employer … Continue reading HMRC April 2021 Employer Bulletin
1 in 3 key workers paid under £10 per hour
Around one in three key (33%) workers earn less than £10 an hour according to analysis by the TUC. Analysis … Continue reading 1 in 3 key workers paid under £10 per hour
Low Pay Commission – Consultation on April 2022 National Minimum Wage rates
The Low Pay Commission (LPC) is the independent body which advises Government on the levels of the National Living Wage … Continue reading Low Pay Commission – Consultation on April 2022 National Minimum Wage rates
Millions get pay rise as National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase comes into effect
Around 2 million of the UK’s lowest-paid workers will benefit from an increase in National Living Wage and National Minimum … Continue reading Millions get pay rise as National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage increase comes into effect
1st April – National Living Wage extended to younger workers
The age threshold for the National Living Wage changes from 25 to 23 as the rate increases on 1st April. … Continue reading 1st April – National Living Wage extended to younger workers
Employee payment records required to be retained for Six Years for National Minimum Wage purposes
Employers are to be required to keep records relevant to National Minimum Wage for 6 years as part of the … Continue reading Employee payment records required to be retained for Six Years for National Minimum Wage purposes
Sleep in shifts not subject to National Minimum Wage
The Supreme Court judgement has ruled that sleep in shifts are not subject the payment of National Minimum Wage. The … Continue reading Sleep in shifts not subject to National Minimum Wage
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
February 2021 Employer Bulletin published
HMRC have published their new format web delivered Employer Bulletin. It’s absolutely packed with important information which will aid payroll … Continue reading February 2021 Employer Bulletin published
23 and 24 year olds have minimum pay bonus!
Changes to the National Living Wage rate and age for pay periods commencing from 1st April 2021, see a significant … Continue reading 23 and 24 year olds have minimum pay bonus!
Low paid more likely to be impacted by pandemic claims TUC
New polling, published Monday 1st February by the TUC, finds that low earners are more likely than middle and higher … Continue reading Low paid more likely to be impacted by pandemic claims TUC
6th April 2021 tax changes confirmed
Following the Scottish budget, the HMRC have confirmed the tax allowances, rates and thresholds for 2021/2022 across the UK, these … Continue reading 6th April 2021 tax changes confirmed
Legislation Update 2021 for payroll
PAYadvice.UK have issued its 21.4 version of the PAYadvice Series Legislation Update 2021. This is a compilation of the confirmed … Continue reading Legislation Update 2021 for payroll
Rogue employers named and shamed for failing to pay minimum wage
The 139 named companies failed to pay £6.7 million to over 95,000 workers. 139 companies, including major household names, have … Continue reading Rogue employers named and shamed for failing to pay minimum wage
ACAS – ‘If you’re one of the elves working over Christmas, what are your rights?’
ACAS have guidance on employment rights for those working during the Christmas season. If you have to work over the … Continue reading ACAS – ‘If you’re one of the elves working over Christmas, what are your rights?’
Minimum pay changes confirmed for April 2021
The Government has announced the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates which will come into force … Continue reading Minimum pay changes confirmed for April 2021
The Living Wage week is coming – new rates to be announced Monday 9th November 2020
THE ONLY UK RATE BASED ON LIVING COSTS The real Living Wage is the only UK wage rate that is … Continue reading The Living Wage week is coming – new rates to be announced Monday 9th November 2020
Furlough Scheme Extended and Further Economic Support announced
*Update* On Thursday 5th November 2030, the UK government confirmed a further extension until the end of March 2021 The … Continue reading Furlough Scheme Extended and Further Economic Support announced
Job Support Scheme – Guidance Published (30th October 2020)
*Update* On Thursday 5th November 2030, the UK government confirmed a further extension of CJRS until the end of March … Continue reading Job Support Scheme – Guidance Published (30th October 2020)
Job Support Scheme Open – what are ‘usual hours’?
*Update* On Thursday 5th November 2020 the UK government confirmed a further extension of CJRS until the end of March … Continue reading Job Support Scheme Open – what are ‘usual hours’?
Job Support Scheme Open – what is ‘reference salary’?
*Update* On Thursday 5th November 2030, the UK government confirmed a further extension of CJRS until the end of March … Continue reading Job Support Scheme Open – what is ‘reference salary’?
Job Support Scheme and National Minimum Wage
*Update* On Thursday 5th November 2020, the UK government confirmed a further extension of CJRS until the end of March … Continue reading Job Support Scheme and National Minimum Wage
Seafarers to receive fair pay as UK changes law on national minimum wage
government extends protection to guarantee National Minimum Wage for maritime workersnew wage law to ensure fair pay for over 10,000 … Continue reading Seafarers to receive fair pay as UK changes law on national minimum wage
Minimum wage set for smallest rise in a decade
The UK’s two million minimum wage workers are set to receive the smallest pay increase since 2010 – of around … Continue reading Minimum wage set for smallest rise in a decade
Why don’t workers report NMW underpayments?
The Low Pay Commission (LPC) have repeatedly stressed the importance of Government action to encourage workers to make complaints about … Continue reading Why don’t workers report NMW underpayments?
HMRC texting Tax Credit claimants about National Minimum Wage
Working Tax Credit recipients are known to be twice as likely to be underpaid the National Minimum Wage. Failure by … Continue reading HMRC texting Tax Credit claimants about National Minimum Wage
Returning to work – Cycle to work boost #COVID19 #coronavirus
“One form of transport which has seen a significant increase is cycling – it is great to see people switching … Continue reading Returning to work – Cycle to work boost #COVID19 #coronavirus
Flexible Furlough – be prepared for the change – usual hours and worked hours
More detail on the #coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) are due 12th June 2020 along with new calculator and guidance … Continue reading Flexible Furlough – be prepared for the change – usual hours and worked hours
Furlough grant claim calculation published #COVID19 #coronavirus
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/work-out-80-of-your-employees-wages-to-claim-through-the-coronavirus-job-retention-scheme The government have published (late Friday 17th April 2020) guidance on grant application calculations for the Coronavirus Job Retention … Continue reading Furlough grant claim calculation published #COVID19 #coronavirus
#coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – Pay rises and National Minimum Wage implications #COVID19
The coronavirus job retention scheme allows employers to reclaim on a basis of earnings from February 2020 ( for salaried … Continue reading #coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – Pay rises and National Minimum Wage implications #COVID19
Claim It – how much? – #coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
How much CJRS grant can an employer claim? Employers can claim: 80% of your employees’ wages (even for employee’s on … Continue reading Claim It – how much? – #coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
Who can be covered by the #coronavirus Job Retension Scheme #COVID19
GOV.UK has provided further guidance on Saturday 4th April on the basis of the amount of claim an employer can … Continue reading Who can be covered by the #coronavirus Job Retension Scheme #COVID19
National MinimumWage rise day arrives (1st April 2020)
It’s National Minimum Wage (#NMW) and National Living Wage rise day. For pay period which commence from 1st April 2020, … Continue reading National MinimumWage rise day arrives (1st April 2020)
NHS returners being targeted by unscrupulous tax avoidance schemes #COVID19 #coronavirus
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/tax-avoidance-promoters-targeting-returning-nhs-workers-spotlight-54 ..’unscrupulous promoters of tax avoidance schemes are targeting workers returning to the National Health Service (NHS) to help respond … Continue reading NHS returners being targeted by unscrupulous tax avoidance schemes #COVID19 #coronavirus
#COVID19 and National Minimum/Living Wage #coronavirus
The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy have confirmed that the ‘Government in clear that employers must continue to … Continue reading #COVID19 and National Minimum/Living Wage #coronavirus
Middlesborough FC loose National Minimum Wage Appeal case #NMW
Middlesborough FC Middlesborough FC ran a payroll deduction scheme allowing employees to buy season tickets has lost an appeal and … Continue reading Middlesborough FC loose National Minimum Wage Appeal case #NMW
Budget 2020 – the payroll highlights!
‘This budget gets it done’ Base rate cut Bank of England cuts base rate to 0.25% #coronavirus #COVID19 SSP measures … Continue reading Budget 2020 – the payroll highlights!
Government Budget set for 11th March 2020
Sajid Javid confirms next Budget will be held on Wednesday 11 March 2020. The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Sajid Javid, … Continue reading Government Budget set for 11th March 2020
National Living Wage to hit 60 per cent target in April 2020 – GOV.UK
Announced Tuesday 31st December 2019 and applicable for pay periods commencing on or after 1st April 2020:- Nearly 3 million … Continue reading National Living Wage to hit 60 per cent target in April 2020 – GOV.UK
December 2019 Queens Speech – reaffirms NIC and NLW proposals
The Queens gracious speech on 19th December 2019 set out the new government proposals. Some are relevant to payroll and … Continue reading December 2019 Queens Speech – reaffirms NIC and NLW proposals
Living Wage and London Living Wage increases announced
The Living Wage Foundation have announced their increases to the voluntary real Living Wage and London Living Wage hourly rates. … Continue reading Living Wage and London Living Wage increases announced
Real pay cut for millions of lower and middle-income earners says TUC
TUC analysis, based on the Office of National Statistics ASHE data, at how occupational hourly pay has changed, shows that … Continue reading Real pay cut for millions of lower and middle-income earners says TUC
Zero hours contract but required to be available? Scheduled work cancelled? Sent home early? One-sided working flexibility to be challenged
An open consultation has been launched by UK government in relation to proposals by the Low Pay Commission (LPC) to … Continue reading Zero hours contract but required to be available? Scheduled work cancelled? Sent home early? One-sided working flexibility to be challenged