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Payroll Simplified - Carrying over accrued holiday pay

Carrying over accrued holiday pay

Annual leave is a vital component of work-life balance, but understanding the rules around carrying over unused accrued holiday can be complex as can working out the holiday pay rate. This blog explains the regulations regarding holiday carryover, recent changes,...

Payroll Simplified - Payment in Lieu of Notice (PILON)

Understanding Pay in Lieu of Notice (PILON)

When employment relationships come to an end, one of the most important financial considerations is Pay in Lieu of Notice (PILON). This payment occurs when an employer chooses to terminate employment immediately rather than having the employee work through their...

Payroll Simplified -Trivial benefits and tax free social functions

The tax implications for trivial benefits and company social functions

As summer is now in full swing, many companies may be looking to put on a summer event for staff. HMRC recognises that workplace social events and small perks can boost morale without creating unnecessary tax burdens. Understanding the rules...

the future of PSAs

PAYE Settlement Agreements – what changes are coming in 2026 and will they remain relevant?

As we approach significant changes to UK payroll reporting requirements, what does the future hold for PAYE Settlement Agreements (PSAs). With HMRC’s announcement of mandatory payrolling for benefits in kind (recently delayed to April 2027), it’s crucial to understand how...

How unpaid overtime undermines National Minimum Wage

The problem is stark. Despite the UK’s robust national minimum wage framework, millions of workers are effectively earning below the legal minimum through unpaid overtime. This hidden crisis threatens the very foundation of worker protection laws and demands urgent attention....

Blog - cost of not understanding tronc schemes

Your payroll provider’s tronc blind spot could be costing you thousands

The hospitality industry has always been built on tips, but not every establishment was as fair with the distribution of these tips as they should be. The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 changed this. In 2024 it became law...

Payroll Simplified - Shared Parental Leave

Understanding Shared Parental Leave (SPL) and pay

Welcoming a new child into your family is one of life’s most significant moments. Shared Parental Leave (SPL) offers flexibility in how you and your partner can share time off work to care for your new arrival. But how exactly...

Blog - importance of named contacts

Why our clients love having dedicated payroll contacts

The payroll outsourcing game is a mess. Most providers treat you like just another number in their system. Endless call queues, different voices every time you ring, and having to explain your setup over and over again. Enough is enough....

10 tips for building client relationships

10 things you can do to build stronger client relationships

Building strong working relationships with your customers is key to any business’s success. I have been fortunate over the years to work with many company business leaders, teams, and suppliers during my career, helping shape managed payroll and tech solutions...

Blog - payroll advice for new businesses

Payroll tips for new businesses

Starting your own business is exciting, but hiring staff also means stepping into the world of payroll. And let’s be honest, it’s probably not the bit you were most looking forward to. Payroll might not be glamorous, but it is...

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