In many cases you have the right to take time off work to deal with an emergency involving someone who depends on you. This is sometimes called ‘compassionate leave’. You can’t be penalised by your employer for taking the time off, providing your reasons for taking it are genuine.
Category Archives: Payroll Advice
PAYE Remittance Payments
Pay your PAYE Employer’s Tax and NIC contributions by the 19th of the month.
Online or BACS payments accepted.
Have your Account Tax Reference and PAYE References to hand
A global comparison of SMP Rates (Statutory Maternity Pay)
OK, perhaps not exactly global! But nevertheless, a comparison of Statutory Maternity Pay from some of our closest neighbours and from across the pond just in time for World Cup 2014. If you have any further additions, let us know!
Employing students for the holiday season
Many organisations rely on a seasonal workforce to make the wheels go round. Employing students and casual workers should not pose a problem with our payroll guide.
But if you have any particular questions call us on 0117 9328145
Bank Holidays – The Sting of Spring
In the spring of 2014, an employer’s productivity will be compromised by four bank holidays in less than seven weeks and as certain business owners will well know, the ripple effect of this can be far and wide. Do businesses want calendar reform and follow the rhythm of the commercial year? Or should we hang onto our traditions from the past? >>
Staff Gift Tax – 5 truths about the real cost of giving!
Are you Mr Scrooge or his old boss Mr Fuzziwig? Do you want to give your staff an Xmas treat but are worried about the actual cost to you? We explain 5 truths about staff xmas gifts and the true cost of goodwill giving.
How the spirit of goodwill can end up costing more than you think.
Can salary sacrifice damage your future?
We are all familiar with salary sacrifice schemes such a childcare vouchers, cycle or car buying schemes and perhaps these are a method of making a job vacancy appeal to a wider audience.
But what about an employee – could a perceived benefit be a sacrifice too far? Read what to consider before you part with your pay >>
Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) – Bumping you out of a mortgage!
Celebrating the birth of your bundle of joy and plans to upsize your home to house it, could possibly be thwarted because of lack of proof of income.
Read what payroll information a mortgage lender may require you to submit.
10 Bank Holiday Facts (UK) – Past and Present
We are very often asked about the nuances of Bank Holiday entitlement and an employee’s concern over rights and payments. Here are 10 historical and current Bank Holiday Facts.
National Minimum Wage – Why is it not a Living Wage?
What is the national minimum wage? Is this the same as a living wage? Understand the difference and how both are calculated.