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%
Statutory Payment Rates 2024 increased by 6.7%
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95% of ex-smokers see positive changes soon after quitting
Stoptober is back - calling on smokers to join the thousands of others committing to quit from 1st October. New … Continue reading 95% of ex-smokers see positive changes soon after quitting
Ban and tagging for those who abused Bounce Back Loan
Bounce Back Loans were a government scheme in which active businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic could take out interest-free, … Continue reading Ban and tagging for those who abused Bounce Back Loan
Legislation updates 2024 for payroll
Originally started in readiness for 2021, PAYadvice.UK are constructing its popular PAYadvice Series Legislation Update 2024 for payroll. We believe … Continue reading Legislation updates 2024 for payroll
COVID-19 autumn vaccine booster
People at greatest risk of serious illness from COVID-19, including care home residents, over 65s and frontline health and social … Continue reading COVID-19 autumn vaccine booster
New health in the workplace boost to keep people in work
Plans to boost UK employment through widening access to high-quality health support in the workplace are being unveiled …by the … Continue reading New health in the workplace boost to keep people in work
Free prescription age frozen at 60
Everyone aged 60 and over will continue to receive free prescriptions Prescriptions will continue to be free for anyone aged … Continue reading Free prescription age frozen at 60
Action taken against directors for COVID-19 financial abuse
459 directors disqualified in 2022-23 for abuse of the pandemic financial support schemes, with average disqualification length of seven years … Continue reading Action taken against directors for COVID-19 financial abuse
Statutory Sick Pay increases from April 2023 to £109.40
Following the government Autumn Statement on 17th November 2023 and the indication that benefits would rise by 10.1%, the Statutory … Continue reading Statutory Sick Pay increases from April 2023 to £109.40
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
Early education vital for children born during lockdown
Ofsted has published the first in a series of reviews on early years education. The review underpins the inspectorate’s new … Continue reading Early education vital for children born during lockdown
Rishi Sunak appointed as Prime Minister.
The King received The Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP at Buckingham Palace Tuesday 25th October 2022. His Majesty asked him … Continue reading Rishi Sunak appointed as Prime Minister.
New campaign urges millions to boost their immunity this winter
COVID-19 and flu campaign launches to encourage eligible people to get their vaccines ahead of the winter. A new country-wide … Continue reading New campaign urges millions to boost their immunity this winter
Consultation on NHS pension changes to boost winter workforce
NHS pension scheme changes could be extended to allow retired staff to retain pension benefits if they return to the … Continue reading Consultation on NHS pension changes to boost winter workforce
Regular asymptomatic testing for Covid will be paused in all remaining settings from 31st August 2022
Routine asymptomatic testing will be paused across remaining settings, including hospitals and care homes, from 31 August as Covid cases … Continue reading Regular asymptomatic testing for Covid will be paused in all remaining settings from 31st August 2022
Small businesses received £21.3 billion in COVID-19 local authority business support grants
Figures show £21.3 billion allocated to micro, small, and medium sized businesses in England through COVID-19 business grants schemedata shows … Continue reading Small businesses received £21.3 billion in COVID-19 local authority business support grants
COVID19 Autumn Booster
The Department of Health and Social Care has confirmed that an autumn booster of the #COVID19 vaccine will be offered … Continue reading COVID19 Autumn Booster
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
Directors banned for abusing dissolution process
Directors disqualified under new powers to tackle directors from dissolving companies and walking away without paying their debts. The four … Continue reading Directors banned for abusing dissolution process
£4.5 billion Recovery Loan Scheme extended
Scheme supporting access to finance for small businesses extended for two yearsNearly 19,000 businesses supported since the scheme launched in … Continue reading £4.5 billion Recovery Loan Scheme extended
Nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists can now certify and issue fit notes
The change is set to support patients getting advice and fit notes from their healthcare professional - without having to … Continue reading Nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists can now certify and issue fit notes
Takeaway boss who abused Covid-19 support schemes banned for 7 years
Company wrongly claimed £50,000 support during the pandemic through Eat Out to Help Out and furlough schemes. Ifraz Nabi has … Continue reading Takeaway boss who abused Covid-19 support schemes banned for 7 years
Prescription charge freeze
Freeze will help ease the cost of living pressures on households, saving £17 million overallComes alongside record government NHS investment … Continue reading Prescription charge freeze
New ‘fraud squad’ to crack down on criminals who steal taxpayer money
HM Treasury (by PSP) The Chancellor has announced that a new fraud squad, recruited from data analytics experts and leading … Continue reading New ‘fraud squad’ to crack down on criminals who steal taxpayer money
Move of claimants to Universal Credit to restart
The government outlines plans to resume helping claimants move to Universal Credit by end of 2024Universal Credit supported millions during … Continue reading Move of claimants to Universal Credit to restart
COVID-19 Easements end
As part of the April 2022 Employer Bulletin, HMRC have confirmed detail around the ending of certain ‘easements’ related to … Continue reading COVID-19 Easements end
Digital ‘fit note’ launched
Doctors issue fit notes to people to provide evidence of the advice they have given about their fitness for work. … Continue reading Digital ‘fit note’ launched
Next steps for living with COVID
New guidance, from the Department of Health and Social Care, outlines free COVID-19 tests will continue to be available to … Continue reading Next steps for living with COVID
Northern Ireland retain day 1 SSP for COVID
Northern Ireland retain COVID SSP day one Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is a transferred matter in Northern Ireland and they … Continue reading Northern Ireland retain day 1 SSP for COVID
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
COVID-19 travel restrictions removed
The government will remove the remaining COVID-19 international travel restrictions for all passengers from 4am Friday 18th March 2022. from … Continue reading COVID-19 travel restrictions removed
COVID tax easement for those affected by travel restrictions ending
In 2020 HMRC introduced guidance indicating that non-UK resident employees stranded in the UK because of coronavirus travel restrictions would … Continue reading COVID tax easement for those affected by travel restrictions ending
Don’t forget to declare coronavirus support payments on Company Tax Returns
Dear PAYadvice.UK, We want to make sure you have the latest information to help your clients to complete their Company … Continue reading Don’t forget to declare coronavirus support payments on Company Tax Returns
Closure of COVID Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
COVID related sick leave HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have confirmed that the special arrangements for COVID related absence ends … Continue reading Closure of COVID Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
Plan for living with COVID
Prime Minister confirms next steps for living with Covid-19Vaccines will remain first line of defence against the virus with further … Continue reading Plan for living with COVID
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
Removing vaccination as a condition of deployment for health and social care staff
Vaccination as a condition of deployment revisited as Omicron replaces Delta as dominant variantLegal requirement for health and social care … Continue reading Removing vaccination as a condition of deployment for health and social care staff
Sick pay self-certification returns to 7 days coverage
End to temporary changes to the self-certification period for sickness absence In December 2021, the government made regulations to extend … Continue reading Sick pay self-certification returns to 7 days coverage
COVID-19: England returns to plan A
All measures under Plan B have been lifted meaning face coverings are no longer mandatory in indoor venuesCOVID Passes are … Continue reading COVID-19: England returns to plan A
Scottish changes to working from home
Hybrid working to resume in Scotland from 31st January 2022. The Scottish government has confirmed that businesses can prepare to … Continue reading Scottish changes to working from home
Returning to offices
Cabinet Office Minister calls for Government departments to accelerate the return to office based working to boost staff collaboration and … Continue reading Returning to offices
England to return to Plan A
People will no longer be advised to work from home, face coverings will no longer be mandatory in indoor venues, … Continue reading England to return to Plan A
Statutory Sick Pay Rebate (SSPR) service opens
HM Revenue and Customs have written to employers and agents to let them know that the Statutory Sick Pay Rebate … Continue reading Statutory Sick Pay Rebate (SSPR) service opens
From Monday 17th January, self-isolation ends after 5 full days
People self-isolating with COVID-19 will have the option to reduce their isolation period after 5 full days if they test … Continue reading From Monday 17th January, self-isolation ends after 5 full days
HMRC responds to claims
HMRC, 100 Parliament Street Responses to myths, misconceptions and inaccurate stories or claims about HMRC. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) … Continue reading HMRC responds to claims
New critical workforce testing measures
The Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has acknowledged the disruption to the workforce caused by the spread of Omicron and set … Continue reading New critical workforce testing measures
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – saving UK employment
Source: HMRC, Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme statistics The House of Commons library has published the statistical report for the Coronavirus … Continue reading Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – saving UK employment
Health and Care Visa scheme expanded
Care workers, care assistants and home care workers to become eligible for Health and Care Visa for 12 month period … Continue reading Health and Care Visa scheme expanded
£1 billion support for businesses impacted by Omicron
Businesses in the hospitality and leisure sectors in England will be eligible for one-off grants of up to £6,000 per … Continue reading £1 billion support for businesses impacted by Omicron
Self-isolation reduced from 10 to 7 days
New guidance enables the 10-day self-isolation period for people who have tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) to be reduced to … Continue reading Self-isolation reduced from 10 to 7 days
Statutory Sick Pay rebate scheme (SSPRS) reopens
Chancellor, Rishi Sunak has announced support for businesses who have been impacted by the Omicron variant with the reopening of … Continue reading Statutory Sick Pay rebate scheme (SSPRS) reopens
Temporary changes to the self-certification period for sickness absence
HMRC have issued the following and asked that we share: On 12th December, the Prime Minister launched the Omicron Emergency … Continue reading Temporary changes to the self-certification period for sickness absence
Free rapid lateral flow tests
Make sure you take a rapid lateral flow test before meeting up with friends and family – especially those who … Continue reading Free rapid lateral flow tests
Employee Sickness self-certification extended to 28 days
The DWP and HMRC have applied a statutory instrument which comes into force on Friday 17th December 2021 which extends … Continue reading Employee Sickness self-certification extended to 28 days
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April 2022 Statutory payments changes confirmed
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) Software Developers Support Team (SDST) have issued the confirmed statutory payment rates applicable from April … Continue reading April 2022 Statutory payments changes confirmed
Precautionary measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 Omicron variant
Face coverings From 4am Tuesday 30th November 2021 face coverings are compulsory in shops and other settings such as banks, … Continue reading Precautionary measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 Omicron variant
COVID-19 vaccination a condition of deployment for frontline health and social care workers
Health and social care workers, including volunteers who have face to face contact with service users, will need to provide … Continue reading COVID-19 vaccination a condition of deployment for frontline health and social care workers
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
Furlough numbers for September at record low
The number of people on furlough fell to a record low during its September 2021 last month of operation. Figures … Continue reading Furlough numbers for September at record low
Powers to make temporary modifications to employment taxation
According to HM Treasury, COVID-19 has highlighted the limited scope to make changes to the current benefits in kind and … Continue reading Powers to make temporary modifications to employment taxation
Nine in 10 disabled workers want to continue working from home after pandemic
Nine in 10 disabled workers surveyed (90 per cent) who worked from home during the pandemic want to continue doing … Continue reading Nine in 10 disabled workers want to continue working from home after pandemic
SEISS
As Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) grants are taxable, these should be declared on the tax return. Advice for those … Continue reading SEISS
Final claims for the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Rebate Scheme
The SSP Rebate Scheme closed on 30th September 2021 and employers have until 31st December 2021 to submit any final claims, or to amend … Continue reading Final claims for the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Rebate Scheme
Action – final Job Retention Scheme claims
HMRC are contacting employers with the latest information about the closure of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS). The Coronavirus … Continue reading Action – final Job Retention Scheme claims
Improperly obtained bounce-back loan
The traffic commissioner for the West Midlands, Nick Denton, recently held a public inquiry into Mafuwer Logistics Ltd. The company … Continue reading Improperly obtained bounce-back loan
Those pregnant urged to be vaccinated
Data is showing that 17% of the most critically ill COVID-19 patients are pregnant women who have not been vaccinated. … Continue reading Those pregnant urged to be vaccinated
Quarter of million left furlough in August and redundancies hit seven-year low
260,000 workers left the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) in August.The number of workers on the scheme fell to a … Continue reading Quarter of million left furlough in August and redundancies hit seven-year low
Furlough – the Ending credits of an epic
In early 2020, the world was introduced to the ‘furlough’ word as UK PLC closed down with 80% wages covered … Continue reading Furlough – the Ending credits of an epic
Simplified travel system takes off
new simplified travel system with a single red list and the rest of the world comes into force from 4th … Continue reading Simplified travel system takes off
£500 million Plan for Jobs Expansion
Hundreds of thousands of people to be supported as part of the more than £500 million expansion of the government's … Continue reading £500 million Plan for Jobs Expansion
Chancellor praises workers as Plan for Jobs enters next stage
Chancellor hails UK workforce as Government’s Plan for Jobs enters the next stage.As furlough winds down schemes such as the … Continue reading Chancellor praises workers as Plan for Jobs enters next stage
Support for vulnerable households over winter
Vulnerable households will be able to access a new £500m support fund to help them with essentials over the coming … Continue reading Support for vulnerable households over winter
Report your Pay Gap – deadline approaching
Businesses with 250+ employees are required by law to report their gender pay gap. The 5th April 2021 deadline for … Continue reading Report your Pay Gap – deadline approaching
More support to help people to become HGV drivers
Up to 4,000 will be trained as HGV drivers to help tackle skills shortages and support more people to launch … Continue reading More support to help people to become HGV drivers
Reinsurance Scheme opens to help festivals, conferences and live events
The UK Live Events Reinsurance Scheme is to give events the confidence they need to plan through to summer 2022The … Continue reading Reinsurance Scheme opens to help festivals, conferences and live events
£1.3 billion in furlough cash returned
New statistics show that businesses have relayed £1.3 billion in furlough cash, with £300 million returned in the last three … Continue reading £1.3 billion in furlough cash returned
Shielding programme ends
The government has ended the requirement for shielding guidance for people previously considered to be clinically extremely vulnerable. They will … Continue reading Shielding programme ends
Temporary medical exemptions for COVID-19 vaccination of people working or deployed in care homes
A letter from the Director of Adult Social Care Delivery to local authorities, directors of adult social services, care home … Continue reading Temporary medical exemptions for COVID-19 vaccination of people working or deployed in care homes
Millions of the UK’s most vulnerable are to be offered a COVID-19 booster vaccine
Millions are to be offered a COVID-19 booster vaccine from as the government confirms it has accepted the final advice … Continue reading Millions of the UK’s most vulnerable are to be offered a COVID-19 booster vaccine
Autumn and winter Covid plan
The UK Prime Minister has …set out the government’s plan to manage Covid throughout autumn and winter. Boosters, testing and … Continue reading Autumn and winter Covid plan
Plan for Jobs
HM Treasury have published A progress update setting out how the Plan for Jobs has supported millions of people, and … Continue reading Plan for Jobs
Mental health in the workplace
Small Business Minister Paul Scully has written an open letter to businesses about the resources available to help promote positive … Continue reading Mental health in the workplace
Treasury Direction – HMRC to make payments under the Coronavirus support scheme: working households receiving tax credits (Extension).
The purpose of this treasury direction extension is to provide a support payment of £500 to persons entitled to working … Continue reading Treasury Direction – HMRC to make payments under the Coronavirus support scheme: working households receiving tax credits (Extension).
Numbers on furlough fall to lowest level
The number of people on furlough has fallen to the lowest level since the start of the pandemic as the … Continue reading Numbers on furlough fall to lowest level
Consultation on mandatory vaccination for frontline health and care staff
Consultation launched on making vaccination a condition of deployment for frontline workers in health and care settingsStaff may be required … Continue reading Consultation on mandatory vaccination for frontline health and care staff
End of temporary insolvency measures
Temporary insolvency restrictions protections are being lifted and new targeted measures to support small business and commercial tenants introduced. Temporary … Continue reading End of temporary insolvency measures
COVID-19 SSP rebate scheme ending
The SSP rebate scheme for employers with less than 250 employees ends on 30th September 2021. Under The Statutory Sick … Continue reading COVID-19 SSP rebate scheme ending
Submit August claims, prepare for closure of the Job Retention Scheme and the latest on SEISS
Dear PAYadvice.UK , I’m writing to you with the latest information about the support schemes available to help your clients, as … Continue reading Submit August claims, prepare for closure of the Job Retention Scheme and the latest on SEISS
Actions for you and your clients – preparing for closure of the Job Retention Scheme and the latest on SEISS
Dear PAYadvice.UK I’m writing to you with the latest information about the support schemes available to help your clients, as … Continue reading Actions for you and your clients – preparing for closure of the Job Retention Scheme and the latest on SEISS
Events industry boost with Government-backed insurance scheme
As the economy reopens with the lifting of Covid restrictions, getting the right kind of insurance is acting as a … Continue reading Events industry boost with Government-backed insurance scheme
Isolation ends for those with 2 jabs from 16th August 2021
For those who have received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccination, requirement to self isolate when in close contact with … Continue reading Isolation ends for those with 2 jabs from 16th August 2021
£375 million scheme to drive investment in innovative firms of the future opens for applications
£375 million Future Fund: Breakthrough opens for applications to help high-growth, R&D intensive companies bring game-changing technologies to marketThe government … Continue reading £375 million scheme to drive investment in innovative firms of the future opens for applications
Action required – upcoming deadline for furloughing employees and the latest on SEISS
Dear Payadvice.UK , I’m writing to you with the latest information about the financial support schemes available to help your … Continue reading Action required – upcoming deadline for furloughing employees and the latest on SEISS
Job Retention Scheme 15th July updates
The HMRC have added further updates to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) on Thursday 15th July 2021. The main … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme 15th July updates
6,150 investigations of furlough fraud underway
In a parliamentary response to a question from the DUPs Mr Gregory Campbell asking for information on the Coronavirus Job … Continue reading 6,150 investigations of furlough fraud underway
Government launches campaign encouraging families to Rediscover Summer
The campaign highlights a range of activities and opportunities for families, children and young people such as exploring a local … Continue reading Government launches campaign encouraging families to Rediscover Summer
Job Retention Scheme July update
Submit your CJRS claims for June If you haven’t submitted your June claim, employers must do so by Wednesday 14th … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme July update
Self-isolation to be eased – Step 4
From 16th August 2021, double jabbed individuals and under 18s will no longer need to self-isolate if they are identified … Continue reading Self-isolation to be eased – Step 4
Covid loans data reveals £80 billion support
Businesses were supported through the pandemic with nearly £80 billion of emergency government-backed loans, final figures published by HM Treasury … Continue reading Covid loans data reveals £80 billion support