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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....
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Paul Chappell
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...
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Josh Donner
Payroll Tips from Ascend 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...
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Paul Chappell
The complex relationship between sleep-in shifts and the National Minimum Wage In certain sectors, many essential workers provide round-the-clock care in roles that include “sleep-in shifts”. These are periods where they must remain on-site overnight but can sleep when not...
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Paul Chappell
The IR35 off-payroll working rules have significantly changed how businesses engage with contractors in the UK. These regulations, designed to tackle what HMRC calls “disguised employment,” affect both contractors and the organisations that hire them. It’s a complex area, and...
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Paul Chappell
Pension calculations – How do they work? When it comes to workplace pensions, understanding how your contributions are calculated can significantly impact take-home pay and retirement savings. In this blog, we’ll explore the different pension calculation methods, with particular focus...
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Paul Chappell
Salary sacrifice arrangements have become increasingly popular as a way for employers to offer attractive benefits while potentially reducing both employer and employee tax and National Insurance contributions. However, in 2017, new rules were introduced that created a complex web...
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Paul Chappell
We are often asked, “As a charity, are we eligible for the Employment Allowance?” The simple answer is yes. For UK charities managing tight budgets while fulfilling their missions, every financial relief opportunity matters. The Employment Allowance represents one such...
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Paul Chappell
The “Alabaster ruling” refers to the landmark case of Alabaster v Woolwich plc and Secretary of State for Social Security (2002). This European Court of Justice case fundamentally changed how Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) is calculated in the UK, ensuring...