The UK Government’s pilots to replace the traditional “tick-box” fit note with personalised stay-in-work and return-to-work plans (launched in May 2026) are designed to get employers involved much earlier in an employee’s sickness absence. This is part of the same broader package that already introduced Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) from day one on 6 April […]
Read articleThe UK Government’s pilots to replace the traditional “tick-box” fit note with personalised stay-in-work and return-to-work plans (launched in May 2026) are designed to get employers involved much earlier in an employee’s sickness absence. This is part of the same broader package that already introduced Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) from day one on 6 April […]
Read articleWith UK payroll compliance tightening, accountants are increasingly advising clients on the choice between a traditional payroll bureau and full outsourcing. New umbrella company rules, effective from 6 April 2026, have intensified the debate by introducing joint and several liability across supply chains. This change is forcing bureaus, recruitment agencies, and end clients to reassess […]
Read articleEmployers across the United Kingdom will face a new legal duty to maintain records proving they have given workers their full holiday entitlements, starting on 6 April 2026. The requirement, introduced by Section 35 of the Employment Rights Act 2025, amends the Working Time Regulations 1998 by inserting a new regulation 16B. From that date, […]
Read articleThe compensation rate for Small Employers Relief (SER) for statutory parental payments is set to increase from 8.5% to 9%, from 6 April 2026. Employers can typically reclaim 92% of employees’ parental payments, Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP), Statutory Adoption Pay (SAP), Statutory Parental Bereavement Pay, Statutory Neonatal Care Pay and Statutory Shared Parental Pay. The […]
Read articleThe government has announced a sweeping £725 million investment to overhaul the apprenticeship system delivering 50,000 new apprenticeship places over the next three years. This major reform is designed to tackle persistent youth unemployment, equip young people with meaningful skills, and offer a credible alternative to university. What’s Changing The Bigger Picture The initiative forms […]
Read articleIn the latest Agents Bulletin 125, published on 21 November 2024, HMRC announced new Guidelines for Compliance when determining whether the ‘connected’ entity rules apply to the Apprenticeship Levy or when claiming the Employment Allowance. The measures are part of Governments’ earlier commitment announced in November 2021, to provide Guidelines for Compliance that offer HMRC’s […]
Read articleThe government is to boost opportunities for young people through ambitious apprenticeship reforms in England. Under new proposals the Prime Minister announced plans for a new ‘growth and skills levy’ which will replace the existing apprenticeship levy and include new foundation apprenticeships. The new levy will also allow funding for shorter apprenticeships, giving learners and employers greater flexibility over their training […]
Read articleThe guidance on how much you pay if you do not report payroll information on time has been updated. Information for employers about late or non-filing PAYE penalties, specified charges, inaccurate reports and how to avoid penalties in future has been updated with the latest figures on how much you pay if you do not report on […]
Read articleLarge organisations should reveal the numbers of disabled people they employ to help build a more inclusive society, argued the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work Sarah Newton. With around one-fifth of the working age population living with a disability or health condition, the government has launched a new framework to encourage businesses to report how […]
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