From February 2026, visitors will not be able to travel to the UK without advance permission. Visitors from 85 nationalities, … Continue reading UK to enforce ETA scheme Feb 2026
UK to enforce ETA scheme Feb 2026
Category: Travel
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
New theory test questions aim to boost cardiac arrest survival rate
Driving theory tests will include enhanced first aid questions from 2026, building on existing first aid content that has been … Continue reading New theory test questions aim to boost cardiac arrest survival rate
Fairer parking drive to crackdown on unjust charges
Motorists protected as plans to raise standards across the private parking industry unveiled through a new strengthened Private Parking Code … Continue reading Fairer parking drive to crackdown on unjust charges
Passport fee change 10th April 2025
new fees for passport applications on 10th April 2025 The Home Office and HM Passports have proposed increases to passport … Continue reading Passport fee change 10th April 2025
Bus fares cap increasing to £3
“The £3 fare cap will keep bus travel affordable”. single bus fares to be capped at £3 until the end … Continue reading Bus fares cap increasing to £3
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
eVisa rollout begins
Millions invited to switch from physical immigration documents to an eVisa – a key step in creating a modernised and … Continue reading eVisa rollout begins
Travellers urged to check on vaccinations to protect against risks
UKHSA urges overseas travellers, including Hajj pilgrims, to check well in advance to ensure they are up to date and … Continue reading Travellers urged to check on vaccinations to protect against risks
Passport application fees rise
The passport fees increased on 11th April 2024. The increases (which are subject to parliamentary) include: a standard online application … Continue reading Passport application fees rise
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
Do I need to declare foreign income to HMRC?
UK resident taxpayers who have income from outside the UK may need to declare this income to HMRC. They have … Continue reading Do I need to declare foreign income to HMRC?
Claim NIC rebates on relevant mileage
Impact of recent Upper Tribunal decision on National Insurance contributions When employees use their own car for work, relief from … Continue reading Claim NIC rebates on relevant mileage
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
Commuting costs reduced – Bus fares in rural England drop 11% thanks to £2 fare cap
The £2 fare cap has cut travel costs, especially in rural areas, where buses are vital for people to get … Continue reading Commuting costs reduced – Bus fares in rural England drop 11% thanks to £2 fare cap
Flexibility for who? Variable shift work not so convenient for employees!
Six Million Face Cost of Living Crisis in Insecure Jobs, with Health and Social Care Workers Worst Affected More than … Continue reading Flexibility for who? Variable shift work not so convenient for employees!
British passports now issued in the name of His Majesty
For the first time in 70 years, British passports bearing the title of ‘His Majesty’ will start being issued in … Continue reading British passports now issued in the name of His Majesty
Bus fare ‘Get around for £2′ extended until 31 October 2023
The offer will be available for single bus tickets on over 5,000 routes in England (outside London), helping passengers save … Continue reading Bus fare ‘Get around for £2′ extended until 31 October 2023
‘Hop Around for £2’ bus fare cap extended until end of June 2023
Government invests £75 million to provide discounted bus travel for another 3 months across 5,000+ routes from over 140 bus … Continue reading ‘Hop Around for £2’ bus fare cap extended until end of June 2023
Thinking about holidays? Passport fees are rising!
The government does not make any profit from the cost of passport applications The government will introduce new passport fees … Continue reading Thinking about holidays? Passport fees are rising!
Take the bus – Get around for £2
millions across England can travel by bus for £2 due to a £60 million government fund to bring down the … Continue reading Take the bus – Get around for £2
Intervention to keep rail fares down
rail fare increases for 2023 to be capped at 5.9% – 6.4 percentage points below July 2022’s RPI biggest ever … Continue reading Intervention to keep rail fares down
Get Around for £2 by bus
New scheme to help passengers save on bus fares launched across over 130 bus operators. millions of people across England … Continue reading Get Around for £2 by bus
Approved Mileage Allowance Payments error
HMRC’s Income Tax Policy Team has indicated that over the last 6 months, both HMRC & HM Treasury have received … Continue reading Approved Mileage Allowance Payments error
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
P&O Ferries update
The Insolvency Service has provided an update following its urgent enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the redundancies made by P&O … Continue reading P&O Ferries update
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
Allow up to ten weeks to apply for a British passport
People are being urged not to leave their application for a British passport to the last minute, with demand currently … Continue reading Allow up to ten weeks to apply for a British passport
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
800 families facing tough times to be offered holidays
Families struggling financially, or facing illness, isolation or bereavement, will have an opportunity for a weekend break thanks to a … Continue reading 800 families facing tough times to be offered holidays
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
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
Drivers miss out by not renewing licences online
New figures released by DVLA show that drivers missed out on £2.3 million of savings by not renewing their photocard … Continue reading Drivers miss out by not renewing licences online
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
ID cards phased out as acceptable travel documents into U.K.
From Friday 1st October 2021, most EU, EEA and Swiss citizens will need a valid passport to enter the UK … Continue reading ID cards phased out as acceptable travel documents into U.K.
COVID-19 restrictions cut household emissions
With more people staying at home, household greenhouse gas emissions dropped by 10%. Could the shift to home working see … Continue reading COVID-19 restrictions cut household emissions
Check a passport for travel to Europe
Now that restrictions are starting to lift, our minds may turn to travel and holidays. The UK has left the … Continue reading Check a passport for travel to Europe
Returning to work – Flexible season tickets
New national rail flexible season tickets and online season ticket calculator launch. #TheFutureIsFlexible as 2 and 3 day-a-week passengers given … Continue reading Returning to work – Flexible season tickets
COVID-19 Charter for holidaymakers launched
Charter provides clear information for passengers outlining their rights and responsibilities when travelling this summer. Passenger COVID-19 Charter published as … Continue reading COVID-19 Charter for holidaymakers launched
Traffic light system: safe return to international travel
From 17th May 2021, the ‘Stay in the UK’ regulation will cease and international travel will be allowed to restart, … Continue reading Traffic light system: safe return to international travel
Apply early for British passport
The government have urged people not to delay applying for a British passport and to allow more time to be … Continue reading Apply early for British passport
Employer Bulletin – UK transition edition
Dear @PAYadvice, Following the UK’s exit from Europe on 31 December 2020, we have published a UK Transition edition of … Continue reading Employer Bulletin – UK transition edition
Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) launched
New agreement ensures the rights of UK residents to access emergency and medically necessary care when travelling in the EU … Continue reading Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) launched
Employer reimbursed Coronavirus swab tests – Income tax exemption and National Insurance disregard
The Government is to introduce a temporary income tax exemption and National Insurance contributions (NICs) disregard, to ensure that employees … Continue reading Employer reimbursed Coronavirus swab tests – Income tax exemption and National Insurance disregard
5th November restrictions for England commence
Mr Speaker, I beg to move that these Regulations are approved and that we come together today to implement time-limited … Continue reading 5th November restrictions for England commence
New national restrictions start 5th November 2020
The Prime Minister has announced tougher national restrictions in England from Thursday. New national restrictions from 5 November With the … Continue reading New national restrictions start 5th November 2020
Admin fees removed for COVID disrupted rail travel on Advance tickets
Administration charge fees removed from rail Advance tickets. rail passengers holding Advance tickets across Great Britain will not lose out … Continue reading Admin fees removed for COVID disrupted rail travel on Advance tickets
BREXIT – time is running out to prepare
The government urges business leaders to step up preparations for Australia-style arrangements from 1 January and launches 'time is running … Continue reading BREXIT – time is running out to prepare
What is my local COVID Alert level?
The U.K. government have introduced a tool to help you find out the coronavirus restrictions in your local area by … Continue reading What is my local COVID Alert level?
Expired driving licences automatically extended by 11 months
Photocard licences that expire between 1st February and 31st December 2020 have been extended for 11 months. Under these changes, … Continue reading Expired driving licences automatically extended by 11 months
Income Tax changes – Van benefit charge from 6 April 2021
From 6th April 2021, the cash equivalent of the van benefit charge for zero emission vans is nil. The government … Continue reading Income Tax changes – Van benefit charge from 6 April 2021
Fix your bike
Thousands of miles of new protected bike lanes, cycle training for everyone and bikes available on prescription will be rolled … Continue reading Fix your bike
New standards to improve safety for taxi and private hire vehicle passengers
Passengers travelling in taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs), including app-based services, will be kept safer under tough new licensing … Continue reading New standards to improve safety for taxi and private hire vehicle passengers