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The gig economy has transformed how millions of people work in the UK, but significant changes are coming that will reshape this landscape. With the Employment Rights Bill reaching Royal Assent in Deccember 2025 and new regulations from the Autumn...

There’s a good chance you’ve considered switching payroll providers at some point. Maybe your current service is declining, mistakes are happening more often, or perhaps you’ve outgrown what they can offer. But then the doubts creep in, and suddenly staying...

When we launched Ascend Payroll in November 2024, we had a simple yet clear vision – to create a premium managed payroll service that actually works the way businesses need it to work. Not just technically compliant. Not just efficient....

Choosing between a car allowance and a company car is one of the most significant decisions employees face when negotiating their benefits package. Both options have distinct financial implications, particularly when it comes to tax and National Insurance contributions. In...

If you work in education payroll, you already know it’s complicated. If you’re considering switching providers or bringing payroll in-house, you might be underestimating just how complicated it gets. Education isn’t just another sector. It’s a unique combination of public-sector...

Switching payroll providers is a significant decision and, when done correctly, can transform your business operations. However, the payroll onboarding process is fraught with potential complications that can lead to compliance issues, financial penalties, and employee dissatisfaction. At Ascend Payroll,...

If you’ve just navigated Christmas and New Year in hospitality, you’ll know the feeling. The rush is over, the tills have finally quietened, and you’re left picking through the aftermath of payroll chaos that nobody warns you about when you’re...