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March 15, 2022

National Minimum Wage and Living Wages Rates for 2022

National Minimum Wage and Living Wages Rates for 2022 What is the National Minimum Wage and what are the rates? The National Minimum Wage is the minimum hourly rate of pay almost all workers are entitled to and should receive. The new rates from 1st April 2022 are:   23 and over 21 to 22 […]

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March 11, 2022

What is the Health and Social Care Levy?

What is the Health and Social Care Levy? On 7th September 2021 the government announced a new Health and Social Care levy of 1.25% to help fund the NHS and social care and you can find full details on the .Gov website. The levy will be introduced in the first payroll from 6th April 2022. […]

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June 28, 2021

How to Calculate Holiday Entitlement for Part-Time Employees

Calculate Holiday Entitlement for Part-Time Workers Full time employees are entitled to a minimum of 28 days annual leave, but do you know how many days annual leave a part-time employee is entitled to?  Here we will show you how to calculate holiday entitlement for full and part time employees It is helpful to understand […]

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January 22, 2021

Are employees entitled to SSP while self-isolating or shielding?

A number of our clients are asking "Are employees entitled to SSP while self-isolating or shielding?" and as cases are on the rise this is likely to be more and more relevant to more employers. In short, if your employee is sick or unable to work due to coronavirus, (Covid-19), then you must pay them […]

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January 12, 2021

Can Employers Make Employees Get a Covid-19 Vaccine?

Can Employers Make an Employee Get a Covid-19 Vaccine? With the first vaccines being rolled out in December, we started to get asked if the employer could require their employees to get the vaccine and we are getting more questions around this subject, so we decided to write this article. In short, employers should support […]

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July 20, 2020

Free Covid-19 Risk-Assessment Template

Free Risk-Assessment Template With many employers beginning to get employees back into the workplace, it is important employers can confidently manage and reduce the risk of infection from Covid-19 which is why we have produced a free risk-assessment template. Employees may be worried or anxious, so a risk assessment plays a huge role in reassuring […]

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February 4, 2020

What is IR35 and What's Changing?

If you aren't sure, IR35 simply put is UK tax legislation that aims to target disguised employment to ensure contractors pay the right amount of tax and national insurance. What is Changing? The big news is that from April 2020 there are new rights for employees and workers following the Taylor Review and Good Work […]

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November 10, 2019

Navigating the Costs and Benefits of Payroll Outsourcing

You've decided to it's time to consider outsourcing your payroll which can be a pivotal decision for your business. It's not just about cost savings; it's about investing in peace of mind, accuracy, and efficiency. At Crystal HR & Payroll Ltd we understand that every penny counts, and we're here to ensure you get the […]

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September 24, 2019

Paying Penalty Charge Notice and How to Avoid a PAYE Penalty

Thank you for clicking on the link.  We’ll keep this article short, so here goes…. What is RTI and how do you get a penalty? RTI stands for Real Time Information.  First introduced in April 2013 and is a way for employers to notify HM Revenue & Customs how much they owe in income tax, […]

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September 23, 2019

How to Appeal a Late Payment Penalty from HMRC

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. […]

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October 17, 2016

Crystal Payroll Partners with NatWest Mentor to Improve HR Services

Updated on September 18, 2024. For those seeking HR and Employment Advice, this post provides up-to-date information that can help you navigate the complexities of the workplace. Over time, we have received numerous inquiries from our clients about a comprehensive HR and Employment Advice Service tailored for larger employers. In response to this demand we're […]

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September 19, 2014

You say contractor, I say subcontractor, what’s the difference?

If you’re in the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) you can be a contractor, a subcontractor or both. Do you know what you are?  Find out this and more in HMRC's YouTube videos. Learn about being a subcontractor in CIS by watching our two short videos: Construction Industry Scheme for Sub-Contractors - Pt 1   Construction Industry […]

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