by | Apr 13, 2026 | Employment & Payroll
From April 2026, the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates have increased, and businesses should ensure payroll systems are updated immediately so that employees receive the correct statutory pay. These changes apply from the start of the 2026-27 tax...
by | Mar 26, 2026 | Employment & Payroll
When a new employee joins your payroll, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure they are aware of their rights and that the correct tax is deducted from their salary. This responsibility also applies when employing young people in your business.You can employ...
by | Feb 12, 2026 | Employment & Payroll
In general, entertaining employees is an exception to the normal rule that business entertainment costs are not allowable for tax purposes. If an employer provides entertainment exclusively for employees and it is “wholly and exclusively for the purposes of the...
by | Feb 5, 2026 | Employment & Payroll
Setting up the correct tax code when a new employee starts is essential, as even small payroll errors can lead to unnecessary tax overpayments and avoidable complications later on. When hiring a new employee, employers need to ensure the correct tax code and starter...
by | Jan 29, 2026 | Employment & Payroll
From 6 April 2026, significant changes to PAYE rules will affect umbrella companies, recruitment agencies, and end clients, increasing shared responsibility for payroll compliance across labour supply chains. Umbrella companies are often used by freelancers,...
by | Jan 8, 2026 | Employment & Payroll
Providing the right information when you start a new job helps ensure your tax code is correct from the first pay day and avoids the risk of paying too much tax. When starting a new job or taking on additional employment, your new employer will usually send your...
