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payroll documents

Everything You Need to Know About Payroll Documents

Everything you need to know about:  Payroll Documents As an employer in the UK, there’s a range of payroll documents that you’re legally required to ...
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payroll year end

Preparing for Payroll Year-End 2023/24

Payroll year end is right around the corner, and with it comes a lot of new tasks for any payroll and HR department. If you’re ...
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payslip legal requirements

Legal Requirements for Payslips in the UK

In every job you’ve ever had that has been paid, you’ve probably received a payslip. But are payslips a legal requirement? What needs to be ...
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parental rates 2024/25

All Statutory Parental Pay Rates for 2024/25

You play an important role in supporting your employees, understanding the 2024/25 parental rates is fundamental in having a supportive workplace. Knowing your rates and ...
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national minimum wage 2024/25

The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage for 2024/25

As an employer, staying informed about the national minimum (NMW) and national living wage (NLW) rates is crucial. It’s equally as essential to understand what ...
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SSP rates 2024/25

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Rates for 2024/25

As with most financial years, statutory sick pay (SSP) has seen a boost to its previous yearly rate. To help employers stay compliant, payroll software ...
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5 Payroll Changes You Need to Know for 2024/25

From changes to tax rates and National Insurance to minimum wage and statutory payments, a new financial year always comes with new rates and figures ...
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New Starter Checklist and How to Use It

Key Facts: New Starter Checklist Required for any new employee who doesn’t have a P45 from the current tax year Must be processed before the ...
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pensions

The Ultimate Guide to Pensions and Allowances

Pensions. They’re not just something employees need to think about later in life. Pensions need to be part of your life as soon as you start gainful ...
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what is a p60

What is a P60 and Why is it Important?

Every April, employers find themselves with a whole host of tasks to complete ahead of the payroll year end. And one thing that every HR ...
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payroll for education

Payroll For Education: What You Need to Know

Key Takeaways:  Education payroll involves complex pension schemes (TPS and LGPS), unique pay scales, and strict compliance requirements not found in other sectors Common challenges ...
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What is a P45 and Why is it Important?

A P45 is an official UK tax document issued by an employer when an employee leaves a job, summarising their pay and tax contributions for ...
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