• 2015-16 Tax Codes have started landing on doormats

    Written on 10 Feb 2015 by Stewart Waddell

    It is that time of year again. The time of year when HMRC flick the big ‘issue’ switch on their tax code computer and millions of employees disappear under a mountain of paper.…

  • Paying your PAYE electronically

    Written on 06 Feb 2015 by Wendy Balderson

    Most of our clients are unsure when the PAYE has to be paid by, well let me clarify this for you… The PAYE has to be paid by the 22nd of the month that follows the end of the tax…

  • A day in the life of a graduate

    Written on 06 Feb 2015 by Stephanie Simpson

    During the lazy days of being a student and working what hours I liked, I wondered what life would be like after graduating and securing a job. After qualifying with my degree in…

  • And a Happy New Year

    Written on 30 Dec 2014 by Carly Boyd

    … And a Happy New Year Pack up the tree, throw out the used wrapping paper and relax, it’s all over for another year. Your bin is probably looking a bit full and you’ve probably…

  • Understanding your workplace pension

    Written on 30 Dec 2014 by Carly Boyd

    Sounds simple enough right? “Just tell us the calculation” I hear you shout, but it’s not that easy. Each company has their own rules surrounding their pensions and therefore…

  • 5 Pitfalls of the Christmas Payroll Period

    Written on 15 Dec 2014 by Alex Hay

    Christmas is nearly upon us and the dreaded December pay run is knocking at the door. Here are some common pitfalls to avoid. Early payday With offices closing over the Christmas…

  • Are you ready for Severe Weather

    Written on 15 Dec 2014 by Stewart Waddell

    It’s that time of year again – wind, rain, cold, snow! There’s often a dilemma as to what to do in such circumstances. You may have your own plan in place but here’s some general…

  • Zero Hour Contracts – Christmas Update

    Written on 12 Dec 2014 by Sam Woods

    No matter who wins the little toy and gets to tell the cringe worthy joke – we can be certain that some time soon this Christmas cracker is going to make bang. These controversial…

  • Eligibility and rules that surround Statutory Shared Parental Pay

    Written on 09 Dec 2014 by Carly Boyd

    Currently, when a woman has a baby she is entitled to up to 52 weeks leave, 39 of which are paid and the father can only take 2 weeks. Is this fair? Okay, so the father can get…

  • NI Thresholds and Limits for 2015/16

    Written on 08 Dec 2014 by Stewart Waddell

    HMRC have released new NI threshold limits for 2015/16. Threshold/Limit Weekly (£) 2 Weekly (£) 4 Weekly (£) Monthly (£) Annual (£) Lower Earnings Limit (LEL) 112 224 448 486 5824…