In a previous article we gave advice to employers on coronavirus planning, keeping communication lines open, promoting workplace hygiene and managing suspected cases of COVID-19, sickness absence and sick pay. In this article we will look at options for employers who have no choice but to [...]
The Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak has just announced the second stage of the UK Government’s financial support for both businesses and individuals . This extends the support first announced in last week’s Budget. Here are the key measures relevant to businesses across the UK:- [...]
As the new COVID-19 strain of Coronavirus is spreading in the UK there is no shortage of articles in the media predicting the end of civilisation as we know it. In this guidance we cut through the noise and give employers some practical advice on minimising [...]
If you are one of the 46% of UK adults who has prepared a Will then congratulations – you’ve done the right thing. But what will happen to your Will if you get married or divorced? In this article we look at the impact and what [...]
In a bid to "promote wellbeing and gender equality", and encourage fathers to spend more time with their children, Finland's new government announced plans to give all parents the same parental leave. Paid allowance will increase to a combined 14 months, which works out as 164 [...]
The government has announced a 6.2% increase in the National Living Wage (NLW) in April 2020 with what they say is the “largest cash increase ever”. 2.8 million full time workers will receive an extra £920 annually that will help with the rising cost of living. [...]
Shared Parental leave was introduced in April 2015 with the goal of helping families split the 50 remaining weeks of leave and 37 remaining weeks of pay after having a new baby. The legislation was not straightforward and there were predictions of nightmares for employers trying [...]
Inheritance tax is often said to be one of the least fair UK taxes. Having already taxed your income once, HMRC asks for another 40% slice of your estate (after allowances) when you die. Fortunately, Inheritance Tax (or “IHT” as it’s commonly known) can often be [...]
Updated for 2019 is our 3-part Employers' Guide to Christmas. A time of year that can have a massive impact on UK businesses either with an increased demand for products and services, or a winding down as focus shifts in your industry. On the other hand, [...]
Updated for 2019 is our 3-part Employers' Guide to Christmas. For most, the festive season is a time for fun and jokes, but to keep the celebrations hassle free, it's important for employers to communincate expectations among staff and prevent the HR Hangover. The Office Social [...]
