How to set up a pension scheme for your business
13/02/2025 Written by Associate Director, Marc Taylor If you employ at least one person, setting up a workplace pension scheme isn’t just a good idea – it’s a legal requirement. Since the introduction of auto-enrolment, businesses must ensure eligible employees are enrolled in a pension scheme and that the correct contributions are made. While this […]
Hiring international employees: recruitment and payroll
13/02/2025 Written by Associate Director, Marc Taylor Hiring international employees is an exciting step for any UK business. Expanding your talent pool beyond borders gives you access to specialist skills, cultural diversity, and new market opportunities. But with that opportunity comes complexity – different employment laws, tax obligations, and payroll challenges. Getting it right […]
What payroll challenges will UK businesses face in 2025?
10/02/2025 Written by Associate Director, Marc Taylor As 2025 progresses, UK businesses need to stay ahead of key payroll changes that could impact their bottom line. From increased National Insurance costs to new rules on payrolling benefits and minimum wage rises, employers have a lot to prepare for. These shifts bring both challenges and opportunities, […]
Christmas payroll reporting – a reminder for employers
11/12/2024 As the festive season draws near, employers are busy with holiday planning, end-of-year tasks, and ensuring staff are paid correctly and on time. If you’re considering paying employees early this December, there are specific payroll reporting rules you must follow to stay compliant and avoid unintended consequences. Reporting early Christmas payments Paying your […]
What’s happening with Employers’ National Insurance contributions?
The Autumn Budget has dealt a blow to UK employers, with a sharp increase in Employers’ National Insurance (NI) contributions coming into force from April 2025. The rate employers will need to pay rose from 13.8% to 15% while the secondary threshold dropped to £5000, from £9100. With companies already navigating cost pressures and a […]
Payroll Tax Year Changes 2024/25
The new fiscal year has brought about changes to payroll regulations, which demand attention and proactive adjustment to make sure your payroll is compliant, and your staff supported. In this article we delve into the key payroll changes for 2024/2025, ensuring you are informed and prepared, so you can navigate these changes seamlessly. […]
Payrolling of benefits: Time is running out!
Written by Payroll Manager, Rebecca Aimey Employers who would like to formally payroll benefits for the first time, must register with HMRC before 6th April 2024. Time is running out to register! Eight years ago, HMRC introduced the ability for employers to payroll benefits that are classed as a benefit in kind. This has enabled […]
Payrolling of benefits in kind
Written by Gravita Tax Consultant, Tim Palmer, CTA ATT The government made a big announcement on 16th January 2024 stating that payrolling of benefits in kind would become compulsory for employers from 6th April 2026. This will be a huge change! This will bring to an end the need for the submission of P11D […]
Implementing your salary sacrifice via your payroll
Written by Payroll Manager, Rebecca Aimey Introduction In today’s competitive job market, employees are increasingly seeking (and often expect) benefits packages to be paid alongside their salary. Employers, on the other hand, are of course keen to retain and attract talent whilst also maximising tax efficiencies where possible. The salary sacrifice options are an effective […]
Payrolling of benefits – Feeling the pain of collating your P11D data?
Written by Payroll Manager, Rebecca Aimey Employers who would like to formally payroll benefits for the first time, must register with HMRC. Some seven years ago, HMRC introduced the ability for employers to payroll certain benefits that are classed as a benefit in kind. This has enabled a change in the way employees are taxed […]