blogs > Compliance
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Paul Chappell
If you’re hiring temporary workers through agencies, you need to understand the Agency Workers Regulations 2010. These rules aren’t just bureaucratic red tape, they’re designed to ensure temporary workers get fair treatment. Getting it wrong can lead to tribunal claims,...
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Paul Chappell
If you’re earning over £100,000 in the UK, you might be surprised to discover you’re facing an effective tax rate of 60% on a portion of your income. This isn’t an official tax band you’ll find on HMRC’s website, but...
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Richard Rowell
Why getting payroll right is your best staff retention strategy The care sector is haemorrhaging talent. With turnover rates spiralling and agency costs crushing margins, providers are scrambling for solutions. However, while most focus on recruitment drives and retention bonuses,...
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Josh Donner
Summer may only just be ended (with some of us still hanging onto our flip flops and shorts in denial), but Christmas is nearly here, and you know what that means – it’s time to sort out those festive pay...
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Paul Chappell
Gone are the days of scrambling at year-end with boxes of payslips and calculator marathons. Real-Time Information (RTI) changed everything back in 2013, and if you’re still treating it like an optional extra, you’re missing the point entirely. RTI isn’t...
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Paul Chappell
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,...
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Paul Chappell
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...
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Paul Chappell
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...
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Paul Chappell
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...
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Paul Chappell
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....