As part of the governments BREXIT reforms and the ‘Smarter Regulation to Grow the Economy’ published 10th May 2023, new … Continue reading Non-compete clauses to be limited
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UK-wide Emergency Alert test
A new system will give the Government and emergency services the capability to send an alert directly to mobiles phones … Continue reading UK-wide Emergency Alert test
Spring Budget 2023
The Chancellor of the Exchequer presented his Spring Budget 2023 to Parliament on Wednesday 15th March 2023. For the full … Continue reading Spring Budget 2023
Coronation weekend celebrations that will bring communities together
Millions of people across the country and the Commonwealth are invited to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King … Continue reading Coronation weekend celebrations that will bring communities together
Five more tax avoidance schemes named
HMRC names 5 more tax avoidance schemes, as part of their crack-down on tax avoidance promoters. HM Revenue and Customs … Continue reading Five more tax avoidance schemes named
Holiday activity clubs to continue in 2023
Government confirms funding for holiday activities and food programme for 2023, supporting hundreds of thousands of children from low-income families. … Continue reading Holiday activity clubs to continue in 2023
Welsh Income Tax April 2023
Welsh Rates of Income Tax (WRIT) The process for Wales involves the UK Government reducing each of the three income … Continue reading Welsh Income Tax April 2023
Nation falls silent on Remembrance Sunday
National two-minute silence takes place to remember those who died in conflict Members of the Royal Family and senior politicians … Continue reading Nation falls silent on Remembrance Sunday
Chancellor Statement – 17th October 2022
Speech to the House of Commons as delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. Mr Speaker, The central responsibility of any government … Continue reading Chancellor Statement – 17th October 2022
Employment boost for people receiving mental health support
£122 million boost to service will give those receiving mental health support the opportunity to speak to employment advisers Employment … Continue reading Employment boost for people receiving mental health support
New Royal Cypher for King Charles III
The first letters have been franked with the new cypher of The King in the Court Post Office at Buckingham … Continue reading New Royal Cypher for King Charles III
£150 Disability Cost of Living Payments begin
Six million people who are paid certain disability benefits will begin to receive a one-off payment of £150 from Tuesday … Continue reading £150 Disability Cost of Living Payments begin
Queen Elizabeth II (1926 – 2022)
It is with great sadness to hear the message issued at Buckingham Palace Thursday 9th September 2022: The Queen died … Continue reading Queen Elizabeth II (1926 – 2022)
Supporting female offenders
Female offenders to be diverted from life of crime with targeted support Women helped to get off drugs, off the … Continue reading Supporting female offenders
Parents and carers of 16 to 19-year-olds have less than one week left to confirm whether their teenager is staying in full-time education or approved training.
While young people are considering their future beyond their GCSE or Scottish National Certificate results, HMRC is asking parents and … Continue reading Parents and carers of 16 to 19-year-olds have less than one week left to confirm whether their teenager is staying in full-time education or approved training.
Heat-health advice issued
With temperatures rising to forecasted record levels this weekend, UKHSA and the Met Office is reminding people to take precautions … Continue reading Heat-health advice issued
Resignations and appointments
Nadhim Zahawi appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer The Queen has approve the appointments of the Rt Hon Nadhim Zahawi MP … Continue reading Resignations and appointments
Help with Easter childcare costs
Working parents can get up to £2,000 a year to pay for regulated childcare, including holiday clubs and out-of-school activities … Continue reading Help with Easter childcare costs
Intrusive worker surveillance “spiralling out of control”
Latest TUC polling by Britain Thinks reveals majority of workers say they have experienced surveillance in the past year Overwhelming … Continue reading Intrusive worker surveillance “spiralling out of control”
Student Loan Plan 2 and Post-Graduate loan thresholds frozen
The Plan 2 and PGL thresholds for 2022/2023 have been confirmed. Statement - Higher Education update Both thresholds remain at … Continue reading Student Loan Plan 2 and Post-Graduate loan thresholds frozen
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
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
PAYadvice.UK publishes its 1000th post
WordPress has congratulated PAYadvice.UK on its 1,000th post. at the same time the number of hits of its news pages … Continue reading PAYadvice.UK publishes its 1000th post
That was the Autumn budget 2021 – the Payroll impacts
So the Chancellor of the Exchequer presented the second budget of 2021 on Wednesday 27th October with much anticipation of … Continue reading That was the Autumn budget 2021 – the Payroll impacts
Need to register for self assessment?
HMRC are reminded those who need to undertake self-assessment this time that didn’t need to last time need to register … Continue reading Need to register for self assessment?
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
Targeted training for staff to teach early language and numeracy skills
Funding for training to help two to four year-olds with language and mathematic skills, as part of early years recovery … Continue reading Targeted training for staff to teach early language and numeracy skills
Health and Social Care levy rates – National Insurance
From April 2022 the government we will create a new, UK-wide, 1.25 per cent Health and Social Care Levy on … Continue reading Health and Social Care levy rates – National Insurance
Real Time Information internet submissions: 2022 to 2023 technical specifications published
HMRC have published the Real Time Information (RTI) Rules and Interface Management (RIM) artefacts and supporting technical specifications for software … Continue reading Real Time Information internet submissions: 2022 to 2023 technical specifications published
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 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
Job Retention Scheme updates 1st July 2021
Only one update to the guidance this past week - employees will be able to view the claims made by … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme updates 1st July 2021
Job Retention Scheme guidance updates 3rd June 2021
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme guidance has had further updates applied on Thursday 3rd June 2021. Although there are a … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme guidance updates 3rd June 2021
Extended opening hours to continue when non-essential retail returns
Longer opening hours in England will help people return to the high streets safely when non-essential shops re-open from 12th … Continue reading Extended opening hours to continue when non-essential retail returns
IR35/Off-Payroll Working – Umbrellas and Agencies
This article is based on HMRC information ESM2390. What is an ‘umbrella company‘? There is no statutory definition of an … Continue reading IR35/Off-Payroll Working – Umbrellas and Agencies
National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage – pay reference periods commencing Thursday 1st April 2021
The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage uplift for 2021/2022 applies for pay periods starting 1st April 2021. Along … Continue reading National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage – pay reference periods commencing Thursday 1st April 2021
COVID-19 support – latest information
Dear @PAYadvice, I’m writing to you with the latest information about the financial support schemes available to help your clients. … Continue reading COVID-19 support – latest information
48,000 businesses already registered to offer workplace testing
Workplace testing programme ramps up as 48,000 businesses register for free, regular and rapid tests for their employees. Regular, rapid … Continue reading 48,000 businesses already registered to offer workplace testing
“IS IT WRONG TO SAY PAYROLL IS EXCITING?” WITH SIMON PARSONS
Nick Day is joined on The Payroll Podcast sofa by joined by Simon Parsons, Director UK Compliance Strategies at SD … Continue reading “IS IT WRONG TO SAY PAYROLL IS EXCITING?” WITH SIMON PARSONS
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
HMRC – a word about scams
306,000 reports of phone scams HMRC indicate that they have received more than 306,000 reports about phone scams in the … Continue reading HMRC – a word about scams
Software Developers HMRC NI Guidance 2021/2022 EB5
The HMRC Software Support Team (SDST) have issued the updated National Insurance Contributions guidance for software developers. Effective for the … Continue reading Software Developers HMRC NI Guidance 2021/2022 EB5
Right to work checks for EEA and Swiss nationals during the EU- Exit grace period (1 January – 30 June 2021)
The following is based on the revised Appendix B guidance issued by the UK Home Office. Free movement ended on … Continue reading Right to work checks for EEA and Swiss nationals during the EU- Exit grace period (1 January – 30 June 2021)
Revised New Starter Checklist for April 2021 proposed – Student and Postgraduate Loan questions simplified
April 2021 sees the introduction of the Scottish Student Loan deduction with the new Student Loan Plan 4. As a … Continue reading Revised New Starter Checklist for April 2021 proposed – Student and Postgraduate Loan questions simplified
Have a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
PAYadvice.UK wishes all its readers a really good Christmas and holiday season break. We look forward to a great new … Continue reading Have a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Statement: Tax exemptions: Employer-reimbursed coronavirus antigen tests and easement for employer-provided cycles exemption
Employer-reimbursed coronavirus antigen tests: Exemption from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions On 9 July 2020, the Government agreed to … Continue reading Statement: Tax exemptions: Employer-reimbursed coronavirus antigen tests and easement for employer-provided cycles exemption
PAYadvice.UK reaches 500 posts with over 400 followers
WordPress has congratulated PAYadvice.UK on reaching 500 posts since the first post on 19th April 2019. In 2020 there have … Continue reading PAYadvice.UK reaches 500 posts with over 400 followers
Furlough grant to support job retention not job losses from 1st December 2020
The HMRC guidance - Check which employees you can put on furlough to use the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has … Continue reading Furlough grant to support job retention not job losses from 1st December 2020
REAL LIVING WAGE INCREASES TO £9.50 IN UK AND £10.85 IN LONDON AS COST OF LIVING RISES
Living Wage Week, from 9-15 November 2020, is a UK-wide celebration of the almost 7,000 employers that have voluntarily committed … Continue reading REAL LIVING WAGE INCREASES TO £9.50 IN UK AND £10.85 IN LONDON AS COST OF LIVING RISES
No National Insurance number? So what!
National Insurance Number delays The October 2020 HMRC bulletin provides additional guidance on National Insurance requirements.Due to COVID-19, the Department … Continue reading No National Insurance number? So what!
Make sure your business is COVID-19 secure
The government have simplified their #WorkingSafely guidance to highlight the priority steps businesses should take to protect their staff and … Continue reading Make sure your business is COVID-19 secure
Corporate Criminal Offences – more than just a legislative tool, and why you should care
HMT by PSP (c)2019 Customer Stakeholder Engagement Team| HM Revenue & Customs have provided the following: Back in September 2017, … Continue reading Corporate Criminal Offences – more than just a legislative tool, and why you should care
Payrolling – tax employees’ benefits through your payroll
Dear @PAYadvice, We’re continuing to help employers, businesses and individuals with online support during this difficult period. Almost all benefits … Continue reading Payrolling – tax employees’ benefits through your payroll
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?
Employers with furlough discrepancies being contacted by HMRC
The Job Retention Scheme has assisted 9.6 million jobs with over 1.2 million employers have made furlough grant claims. Whilst … Continue reading Employers with furlough discrepancies being contacted by HMRC
How changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme on 1 September impact you
Dear PAYadvice, We’re writing to remind you about changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) from 1 September and what this … Continue reading How changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme on 1 September impact you
Employer Salary Advance Schemes – FCA view
The Financial Conduct Authority has made a statement ‘the risks and benefits of Employer Salary Advance Schemes (ESAS) and what … Continue reading Employer Salary Advance Schemes – FCA view
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
#COVID-19 shielding ends
With the gradual lifting of restrictions, changes introduced on Saturday 1st August 2020 see the official end to shielding requirements. … Continue reading #COVID-19 shielding ends
Apprentices get job boost
A new online and telephone support service for apprentices who have lost their jobs during the Covid-19 outbreak has been … Continue reading Apprentices get job boost
Job Retention Bonus
The Job Retention Bonus is a one-off payment to employers of £1,000 for every employee who they previously claimed for … Continue reading Job Retention Bonus
UK PM Downing Street briefing – putting on the breaks
At the prime ministers Downing Street briefing Friday 31st July, relaxation of rules that were proposed to be implemented from … Continue reading UK PM Downing Street briefing – putting on the breaks
Reward 300 2020
We are delighted that P Simon Parsons has been named as part of the Reward 300 for 2020 within 50 … Continue reading Reward 300 2020
Pregnant and being made redundant! #COVID19 #coronavirus
E by ZJ (c)2019 Question We have an employee who is being made redundant, her qualifying week falls before her … Continue reading Pregnant and being made redundant! #COVID19 #coronavirus
New law to ensure furloughed employees receive full redundancy payments
Government brings in law to ensure furloughed employees receive statutory redundancy pay based on their normal wages, rather than a … Continue reading New law to ensure furloughed employees receive full redundancy payments
Over 32,000 registered restaurants for Eat Out to Help Out
Over 32,000 restaurants have registered for Eat Out to Help Out. Registration closes end of August. You can register if … Continue reading Over 32,000 registered restaurants for Eat Out to Help Out
Face coverings to be mandatory in shops and supermarkets from 24 July
Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock spoke about plans to make face coverings mandatory in shops and supermarkets from … Continue reading Face coverings to be mandatory in shops and supermarkets from 24 July
Coronavirus (COVID-19) related deaths by occupation
“There are lots of complex things playing out during the pandemic and the risk of death involving COVID-19 is influenced … Continue reading Coronavirus (COVID-19) related deaths by occupation
Scottish Student Loans 2021 – type Plan 4
6th April 2021 sees the commencement of Student Loan deductions type Plan 4. On 9th June 2018 Scotland’s First Minister … Continue reading Scottish Student Loans 2021 – type Plan 4
Self-Employed – have you claimed SEISS #coronavirus #COVID19
The Self-Employment Income Support Scheme opened on 13 May and provides assistance to the qualifying self-employed. By midnight on 7 … Continue reading Self-Employed – have you claimed SEISS #coronavirus #COVID19
YouTube how to claim SEISS #COVID19 #coronavirus
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Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) and #coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS)
Senior Accounting Officer The Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) regime was introduced by the UK Government in 2009, to ensure that … Continue reading Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) and #coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS)
Small business – bounce back loans #COVID19 #coronavirus
HM Treasury - by PSP New 100% government backed small business loan scheme borrow between £2,000 and £50,000 and access … Continue reading Small business – bounce back loans #COVID19 #coronavirus
Personal Tax Account
https://www.gov.uk/personal-tax-account Use your personal tax account to check your records and manage your details with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). … Continue reading Personal Tax Account
Business support – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus/business-support Coronavirus business support What you can do now Find out what financial support schemes you may be eligible for … Continue reading Business support – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
CJRS Claim – Step by step guide published
The CJRS online grant application process opens on Monday 20th April 2020. Grant Payments are anticipated to be paid within … Continue reading CJRS Claim – Step by step guide published
No National Insurance number (NINO) now accepted on 100+ CJRS file load
HMRC software developer support team indicate 20th April 2020) that the file load will now accept details for individuals where … Continue reading No National Insurance number (NINO) now accepted on 100+ CJRS file load
Furlough and employees transferring #COVID19 #coronavirus
The government have confirmed that furlough and the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme can be applied under a number of transfer … Continue reading Furlough and employees transferring #COVID19 #coronavirus
Furlough and Pension contribution obligations #COVID19 #coronavirus
The Pension Regulator (TPR) have updated and added to their #COVID19 information and provided further clarity in relation to employers … Continue reading Furlough and Pension contribution obligations #COVID19 #coronavirus
PAYE online for employers
Does your organisation intend on making an application under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. Do you have a PAYE online … Continue reading PAYE online for employers
Happy Birthday PAYadvice
Wishing PAYadvice Ltd a very happy 1st Birthday. May there be many more. The domain PAYadvice.com and PAYadvice.co.uk have been … Continue reading Happy Birthday PAYadvice
Shielding and work #COVID19 #coronavirus
What is shielding? Shielding is a measure to protect extremely vulnerable people by minimising interaction between those who are extremely … Continue reading Shielding and work #COVID19 #coronavirus
Zero hours and irregular workers entitlements to holiday pay
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/calculating-holiday-pay-for-workers-without-fixed-hours-or-pay The department for Business Enterprise and Industrial Strategy have updated their guidance on holiday pay right extending the prior … Continue reading Zero hours and irregular workers entitlements to holiday pay
Enhanced workers rights apply from 6th April 2020
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/national-minimum-and-living-wage-increases-come-into-effect#workers-rights ...labour market reforms are... coming into place on 6 April [2020] enhancing workers’ rights... These include: Parental Bereavement Leave … Continue reading Enhanced workers rights apply from 6th April 2020
Why does the new tax year start on 6th April?
Why does the tax year start on 6th April each year? Well, it used to be New Year’s Day! In … Continue reading Why does the new tax year start on 6th April?
Company directors and the #coronavirus Job Retention Scheme #COVID19
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-for-wage-costs-through-the-coronavirus-job-retention-scheme#employees-you-can-claim-for The government have reconfirmed that directors can be furloughed There have been claims that the government have forgotten a … Continue reading Company directors and the #coronavirus Job Retention Scheme #COVID19
#coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme #COVID19
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-back-statutory-sick-pay-paid-to-employees-due-to-coronavirus-covid-19 Which employers qualify Those whose combined employee count is under 250 employees across their business or charity on 28th … Continue reading #coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme #COVID19
Right to work checks adjusted #COVID19 #coronavirus
Right to work checks have been temporarily adjusted due to coronavirus (COVID-19). This is to make it easier for employers... … Continue reading Right to work checks adjusted #COVID19 #coronavirus
Employer Resources #COVID19 #coronavirus
PAYadvice.UK have created a list of resources for employers to assist during the Coronavirus crisis: payadvice.home.blog/covid19-coronavirus/employer-resources-covid19-coronavirus/
I’ve been Furloughed – What should my pay be? #COVID19 #coronavirus
If you have been offered furlough and agreed to it, the following is the basis of payments you should receive. … Continue reading I’ve been Furloughed – What should my pay be? #COVID19 #coronavirus
Home working – Broadband limits removed #COVID19 #coronavirus
Government agrees measures with telecoms companies to support vulnerable consumers through COVID-19 The UK’s major internet service and mobile providers, … Continue reading Home working – Broadband limits removed #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
Will we see Statutory Self Employment Pay? #COVID19 #coronavirus
The House of Commons Public Bill committee have proposed an amendment to the emergency Coronavirus Bill. If passed then we … Continue reading Will we see Statutory Self Employment Pay? #COVID19 #coronavirus
#COVID19 #coronavirus – The Pension Regulator update for employers
The Pension Regulator have issued guidance for employers The pension regulator (TPR) recognises that ‘These are unprecedented, challenging and uncertain … Continue reading #COVID19 #coronavirus – The Pension Regulator update for employers
#coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – KEEP BRITAIN PAID
Rishi Sunak - Chancellor of the Exchequer https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19/covid-19-support-for-businesses Support for businesses through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Under the Coronavirus … Continue reading #coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – KEEP BRITAIN PAID
#COVID19 #coronavirus Guidance for the Self-employed
Guidance for self-employed https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19/covid-19-guidance-for-employees If you’re self-employed or not eligible for SSP If you are not eligible for SSP – for … Continue reading #COVID19 #coronavirus Guidance for the Self-employed
School closures – KEEP BRITAIN PAID – Payroll professionals are key workers #COVID19 #coronavirus
Payroll = Key worker The Department for Education has confirmed that payroll professionals are classified as key workers within financial … Continue reading School closures – KEEP BRITAIN PAID – Payroll professionals are key workers #COVID19 #coronavirus
HMRC issue 79 Employer Bulletin for August 2019
HM Revenue and Customs have published the August 2019 issue 79 Employer Bulletin. Scott Milne the editor says that the … Continue reading HMRC issue 79 Employer Bulletin for August 2019
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
Parental leave for fathers to be promoted, and new Neonatal rights to be introduced
UK government are launching a consultation to 'challenge the assumption entrenched in our parental leave entitlements that the mother must … Continue reading Parental leave for fathers to be promoted, and new Neonatal rights to be introduced