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
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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
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
August 2022 HMRC Employer Bulletin
HMRC have published their August 2022 edition of the employers bulletin. It covers a multitude of topics: PAYE PAYE Settlement … Continue reading August 2022 HMRC Employer Bulletin
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
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
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
HMRC gives Self Assessment taxpayers more time to ease COVID-19 pressures
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is waiving late filing and late payment penalties for Self Assessment taxpayers for one month … Continue reading HMRC gives Self Assessment taxpayers more time to ease COVID-19 pressures
Markets and outdoor marquees allowed permanently
Local hospitality businesses no longer need planning permission to put up marquees on their land and councils will no longer … Continue reading Markets and outdoor marquees allowed permanently
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
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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
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
Self Assessment countdown begins
There are 100 days to go until the deadline for online tax returns on 31st January 2022. Last year, 96% … Continue reading Self Assessment countdown begins
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
HMRC October 2021 Employer Bulletin
HMRC have issued the October 2021 Employer Bulletin, again, packed full with information. In this month’s edition of the Employer … Continue reading HMRC October 2021 Employer Bulletin
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
Working Tax Credit claimants must report changes to working hours
HMRC is urging Working Tax Credit customers to check if they need to update their working hours if these have … Continue reading Working Tax Credit claimants must report changes to working hours
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
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
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
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
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
Home Working impact on older workers
The Office for National Statistics report shows that the shift towards working from home seen during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic … Continue reading Home Working impact on older workers
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
Numbers on furlough fall to lowest level
As the economy begins to recover and business reopens, new statistics show that nearly three million people have moved off … Continue reading Numbers on furlough fall to lowest level
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
HMRC’s performance during a unique year
PSP (c)2019 HMRC have issued the following news story (13th July 2021) relating to the departments performance. “Published 13 July … Continue reading HMRC’s performance during a unique year
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
Plan for Jobs one year on: More than a third of the working population supported through the pandemic
More than a third of the working population have been supported since the coronavirus pandemic began, according to figures released … Continue reading Plan for Jobs one year on: More than a third of the working population supported through the pandemic
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
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) 5th grant
Claiming the fifth SEISS grant The Self Employed will be able to make claims for the fifth SEISS grant when … Continue reading Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) 5th grant
Job Retention Scheme numbers continue to shrink
Some highlights from the statistics CJRS has supported a total of 11.6 million jobs across all claims submitted to HMRCby … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme numbers continue to shrink
Almost 800,000 tax relief claims for working from home
Employees who have worked from home during the pandemic but are now returning to offices can still claim tax relief … Continue reading Almost 800,000 tax relief claims for working from home
Changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme from July 2021
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme was extended until 30th September 2021 and the level of grant available to employers under … Continue reading Changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme from July 2021
Job Retention Scheme guidance updated 24th June 2021
HMRC have updated the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme guidance on the afternoon of 24th June 2021 for the: withdrawal of … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme guidance updated 24th June 2021
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
Earnings and employment from Pay As You Earn Real Time Information, UK: June 2021
The ONS analyses of HMRC RTI data shows a recovery in both employment and wages; Early estimates for May 2021 … Continue reading Earnings and employment from Pay As You Earn Real Time Information, UK: June 2021
COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you may need to take
Dear Payadvice.UK , I’m writing to you with the latest information about the financial support schemes available to help your … Continue reading COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you may need to take
Care homes workers to be fully vaccinated to protect residents
People working in CQC-registered care homes will need to be fully COVID-19 vaccinated with both doses. Decision follows a public … Continue reading Care homes workers to be fully vaccinated to protect residents
Final Euros games at Wembley to host larger crowds in extension of Events Research Programme
At least 40,000 fans will be allowed for the final four Euros fixtures at Wembley including the semi-finals and final … Continue reading Final Euros games at Wembley to host larger crowds in extension of Events Research Programme
Attitudes towards the future of homeworking
The Office for National Statistics (ONS)@ONS has published new research on homeworking, showing that most people (61%) want to spend … Continue reading Attitudes towards the future of homeworking
Job Retention Scheme guidance updates 10th June 2021
HMRC issued further updates to the Job Retention Scheme guidance last week on the 10th June 2021. Page titleChangesClaim for … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme guidance updates 10th June 2021
HMRC June 2021 Employer Bulletin
HMRC have issued the June 2021 Employer Bulletin, again, packed full with information. In this month’s edition of the Employer … Continue reading HMRC June 2021 Employer Bulletin
COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you may need to take
Dear PAYadvice.UK I’m writing to you with the latest information about the financial support schemes available to help your clients, … Continue reading COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you may need to take
Cash boost for apprenticeships launched
Businesses can claim £3000 for each new apprentice they take on. From 1st June 2021, employers of all sizes in … Continue reading Cash boost for apprenticeships launched
1.3 million employees moving off furlough in March and April
Furlough numbers have fallen to their lowest level this year, according to official statistics published as the number of people … Continue reading 1.3 million employees moving off furlough in March and April
Let’s get back to business
Dear PAYadvice Are you re-opening your business, or planning to do so shortly? If you're bringing back your employees part … Continue reading Let’s get back to business
CJRS guidance updates 27th May 2021
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) guidance has been updated Thursday 27th May 2021 to include: The introduction of a new … Continue reading CJRS guidance updates 27th May 2021
New template if claiming for 16 to 99 employees through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
HMRC have added 27th May 2021 a new section to guidance called 'If you're putting lots of employees on furlough'. … Continue reading New template if claiming for 16 to 99 employees through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
DWP and Google join forces to grow jobseekers’ digital skills
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has partnered with Google to provide 9,000 jobseekers across the UK with scholarships … Continue reading DWP and Google join forces to grow jobseekers’ digital skills
JETS job scheme relaunching 100,000 careers
Around 100,000 people who lost jobs in the pandemic are on the road back to work due to a government … Continue reading JETS job scheme relaunching 100,000 careers
TUC – employers “massively under-reporting” Covid work-related deaths
The number of people who have died from exposure to Covid at work is being “massively under-reported” by employers, according … Continue reading TUC – employers “massively under-reporting” Covid work-related deaths
CJRS guidance updates 20th May 2021, and changes for July, August and September 2021.
Only minor changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) guidance on 22nd May 2021. Page titleChangeAll Pages with a … Continue reading CJRS guidance updates 20th May 2021, and changes for July, August and September 2021.
Employers: Your business might have changed, but your workplace pension duties haven’t.
The Pensions Regulator is reminding employers that while the workplace has changed due to the pandemic, their workplace pensions duties … Continue reading Employers: Your business might have changed, but your workplace pension duties haven’t.
BME unemployment is rising
The unemployment rate for Black and minority ethnic (BME) workers has risen at three times the speed of the unemployment … Continue reading BME unemployment is rising
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
Working from home? Claim tax relief for 2021 to 2022 tax year
More than half a million people have claimed the working from home tax relief this tax year and are already … Continue reading Working from home? Claim tax relief for 2021 to 2022 tax year
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
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS)
The Self-Employment Income Support Scheme is open for claims. If you think you might be eligible, check if you can … Continue reading Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS)
New ‘We Offer Testing to our Staff’ scheme launched
New sticker scheme launched allowing UK businesses to display their offer of free testing for staff alongside materials promoting use … Continue reading New ‘We Offer Testing to our Staff’ scheme launched
Furlough mistakes! 10,000 employers to receive letters
The HMRC’s Taxpayer Protection Taskforce, was set up to ensure that furlough money has been claimed correctly. The Taskforce is … Continue reading Furlough mistakes! 10,000 employers to receive letters
Queen’s Speech to build back better from the pandemic
New laws to ensure the UK builds back better and stronger from the pandemic will be unveiled in next week’s … Continue reading Queen’s Speech to build back better from the pandemic
Latest Furlough statistics
Latest statistics from HMRC show furlough continuing to fall as UK PLC returns to work: provisional figures show there has … Continue reading Latest Furlough statistics
West Yorkshire pair arrested on suspicion of £3.4 million furlough fraud
A man and a woman from West Yorkshire have been arrested as part of an HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) … Continue reading West Yorkshire pair arrested on suspicion of £3.4 million furlough fraud
Job Retention Scheme guidance updated 6th May 2021
Did you pay furlough during April 2021 and need to make a grant claim. You have until 14th May 2021. … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme guidance updated 6th May 2021
Driving tests restart
Following the COVID-19 disruption to UK life, measures of returning to new normality are continuing. Driving tests and lessons have … Continue reading Driving tests restart
COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you or your clients may need to take
Dear Payadvice Ltd, I’m writing to you with the latest information about financial support schemes available to help your clients during … Continue reading COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you or your clients may need to take
Limit on funeral mourners to be removed
Families and friends will shortly be able to pay their respects to loved ones in greater numbers, with numerical limits … Continue reading Limit on funeral mourners to be removed
Kickstart scheme takes off
The Kickstart Scheme was announced by the Chancellor last Summer, and will offer hundreds of thousands of job opportunities over … Continue reading Kickstart scheme takes off
Job Retention Scheme guidance updated 22nd April 2021
With the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme celebrating its 1 year opening with 8.9 million furloughed at one time, HMRC have … Continue reading Job Retention Scheme guidance updated 22nd April 2021
COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you or your clients may need
Dear Payadvice Ltd, I’m writing to you with the latest information about financial support schemes available to help your clients as … Continue reading COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you or your clients may need
Treasury Direction – 15th April 2021: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and Job Retention Bonus
The 7th CJRS Treasury Direction made under Sections 71 and 76 of the Coronavirus Act 20 This direction extends, and … Continue reading Treasury Direction – 15th April 2021: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and Job Retention Bonus
Staff COVID-19 vaccines in care homes consultation
Staff in care homes with older adult residents in England may be required to have a COVID-19 vaccine to protect … Continue reading Staff COVID-19 vaccines in care homes consultation
Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) – Step 2
How to make your workplace COVID-secure. Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) Applies to: England (see guidance for Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland) The … Continue reading Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19) – Step 2
Incentive payments for hiring a new apprentice
Increased incentive payments for hiring a new apprentice Employers will receive £3,000 for new apprentices of any age who join … Continue reading Incentive payments for hiring a new apprentice