Planning your holidays in advance? Knowing the UK bank holidays for 2024, 2025, and 2026 will help you make the most of your time off. This guide provides a detailed list of all the bank holidays in England, along with tips on how to enjoy them. UK Bank Holidays 2024 Remaining 2024 Holidays UK Bank […]

The 2024 National Insurance Update: Essential Information The UK government's Autumn Statement in November 2023 brings a significant change effective from 6th January 2024. The Class 1 employee National Insurance contributions rate will decrease from 12% to 10%. This adjustment is crucial for payroll calculations. Thresholds and Benefits for Employees Starting January 2024 Starting from […]

Whether you missed a payment deadline due to oversight or unexpected circumstances, understanding how to appeal a late payment penalty can save you time and money. This guide will walk you through the process step-by-step, providing tips to increase your chances of a successful appeal, along with our short video showing you the actual process. […]

What are qualifying earnings for Auto Enrolment? In a nutshell qualifying earnings are the minimum contribution requirement for an auto enrolment scheme and is based on a band of earnings called qualifying earnings (QEs).  This band is currently between £5,876 and £45,000 for 2017/18 and they’re expected to change each year. We’ve based this article […]

Employer Guide to Apprenticeships and Traineeships The business benefits The benefits of apprenticeships and traineeships are becoming increasingly obvious to more and more businesses.  It’s a fact that apprenticeships develop a motivated, skilled and qualified workforce. Businesses that offer apprenticeships view them as beneficial to their long-term development.  According to the British Chambers of Commerce, […]