How to Manage Payroll for a Small Business: A Step-by-Step Guide for UK Employers
Managing payroll for a small business can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to focus on growing your company. Understanding how to manage payroll for small businesses effectively is crucial for maintaining compliance with HMRC regulations while ensuring your employees are paid accurately and on time. Whether you’re processing your first payroll or looking to […]
The International Monetary Fund updates growth forecast for UK economy
What is the new growth forecast? Earlier this year, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) upgraded its growth forecast for the UK economy to 1.2% in 2025. According to the IMF, the UK economy will gain momentum next year and grow by 1.4% in 2026, although weak productivity ‘continues to weigh on medium-term growth prospects.’. What […]
HMRC launches new online help for compliance checks
What is the new tool? HMRC has launched a valuable new online interactive tool to help guide both businesses and individuals through tax compliance checks. The free Interactive Compliance Guidance tool available on GOV.UK consolidates existing guidance and videos into one user-friendly platform. This is particularly helpful for businesses without dedicated tax representation who often […]
The government has introduced the Pension Schemes Bill
What is the bill? The Government says it will make pensions easier to understand and manage as long as drive better value over the long term. The bill will work to ensure savers get good returns and drive economic investment by requiring defined contribution (DC) schemes to prove they are value for money to avoid […]
Government names and shames employers failing to pay NLW
What has happened? The Government has published its latest list of employers failing to pay the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW), with some shocking figures: Nearly 60,000 workers affected Over £7.4 million in unpaid wages 518 employers named including major brands These employees must now repay their employees. What the government […]
Right to Work Checks on Long-Standing Employees: Your Legal Obligations
Why ongoing right to work checks matter As an employer, ensuring all your staff have the legal right to work in the UK isn’t just good business practice—it’s a legal requirement. While most employers are diligent about conducting right to work checks when hiring new staff, there’s often confusion about obligations regarding long-standing employees, particularly […]
Can a Poor Attitude Justify Dismissal? Understanding Fair Grounds for Termination
The misconception about attitude and performance A common misconception among both employers and employees is that someone can be dismissed simply for having a “poor attitude” even if their work performance meets required standards. However, employment law in the UK is more nuanced on this subject. Contrary to popular belief, employers cannot dismiss an employee […]
Managing Payroll Overpayments: Your Legal Rights and Best Practices
What is a payroll overpayment? A payroll overpayment occurs when an employee receives more money than they’re entitled to through their wages or salary. This might happen due to calculation errors, timesheet mistakes, incorrect hourly rates, or administrative oversights. As an employer, discovering you’ve overpaid staff can be concerning, but there are clear legal frameworks […]
Important Update: Mandatory Payrolling of Benefits in Kind Postponed to April 2027
On April 28, 2025, HMRC released an important update regarding the mandatory payrolling of Benefits in Kind (BiKs). The implementation has been postponed from the previously announced April 2026 date to April 2027, giving employers, payroll professionals, software providers, and other stakeholders additional time to prepare for this significant change. What’s Changing? Currently, employers have […]
March 2025 Employment Law Update: Key Takeaways
Earlier this year, our sister firm A P Robinson & Co presented at the informative Employment Law/HR Update Seminar, co-hosted with Gosschalks Solicitors LLP. For business owners and HR professionals who couldn’t attend, here is a brief summary of what was discussed. Important Topics Covered The comprehensive seminar addressed several critical areas that impact employer […]