Occupational sick pay (OSP) is not a statutory entitlement for employees. If you are taking time off work and are wondering what your entitlements are, your employer may offer OSP to top up Statutory Sick Pay (SSP). Our guide looks at how OSP is usually implemented within companies, and how this type of sick pay […]
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Employer’s Liability Insurance, The Basic State Pension – Qualifying
SSP (Statutory Sick Pay) is a legal entitlement for all employees. It can be difficult to understand the rules around your entitlement to this payment. SSP linked periods can be particularly confusing for both employers and employees. SSP entitlement is an integral part of UK employment law. If companies do not have their own payment […]
P45s and P60s are common PAYE forms that are issued to employees. But what are these two forms for, and what’s the difference between them? The two forms are both mandatory tax documents which must be provided to employees at the appropriate time. Our guide will clear up any confusion between the two PAYE forms. […]
When you start a new job, your employer will ask you for a vital PAYE document your previous employer should have issued. But how do you get a P45 if it’s not been provided to you? Can you get a P45 online? Your employer is legally obligated to provide you with a P45 within a […]
Leaving a job and starting a new role can be challenging, particularly if your former employer won’t give you a P45 promptly. The information reported on this PAYE form gives payroll at your new employer the information they need to make sure you are placed on the correct tax code. In turn, this impacts how […]
Most UK employees are entitled to be paid national minimum wage. Every year, the UK government set out the rates for the national minimum wage. These then become the minimum wage that employers can pay their employees. The government bases the amount on the current cost of living here in the UK. Setting a minimum […]
Getting a second job is something many employees want to do in order to enhance their income. But second job tax, how much you’d pay from your extra job, and potential objections from your employer may be a concern. Our guide looks at some of the practical aspects of getting a second job. We’ll help […]
Running a craft business comes with risks just like any other enterprise. Craft insurance can help protect you from financial and legal issues as a result of stock loss or accidents suffered by a customer, a staff member, or yourself. As a small business owner, it’s essential to identify and understand the risks associated with […]
Demand for domestic and commercial cleaning services is on the increase in the UK. With many new businesses flourishing, it’s important to understand your legal obligations. Whilst self employed cleaners don’t need insurance as a legal requirement, it is important to consider if a policy would be a wise investment to protect your business. In […]
When you’re running a small business, it is vital to stay on top of your tax obligations. But sometimes life gets in the way. If you’ve submitted your tax return to HMRC late, you will find yourself facing the headache of Self Assessment late filing penalties. If you’ve missed the filing deadline and want to […]