Employees are the lifeblood of every organization. They make it happen, and they deserve to be treated like royalty. But what do you think happens when your employees don’t feel respected and appreciated? You end up with unhappy workers who might even start looking for greener grass. Here are five practical steps for HR to…
The government says it wants to make sure everyone has access to a workplace pension by 2020. And it says it will do everything possible to help businesses set up pensions schemes for their workers. But what does that mean for employers? Here are some things to know about setting up a workplace pension. What…
From 6 April 2022, employers won’t be able to carry out manual right to work checks. Instead, they’ll be able to submit documents electronically through an IDSP for £12 per person. This includes documentation such as payslips, bank statements, tax returns, National Insurance numbers and driving licences. Employers will still be ableto carry out face-to-face…
The government has announced plans to make it easier for people buying electric cars to reclaim part of the VAT paid on their purchases. From April next year, buyers of electric vehicles will be able to claim back up to £2,500 worth of the VAT paid on a car. Currently, anyone purchasing an electric car…
A claim for loss of earnings or benefit payments while serving on a jury will depend on whether you’re an employee or self-employed. If you’re employed, you’ll likely qualify for unemployment insurance benefits. However, if you’re self-employed, you might be able to file a claim for lost earnings or benefits under the Federal Tort Claims…
Is there a deadline for delivering a P45 to an employee? When is the deadline for providing a P45 to an employee who is about to resign? This question came up recently because our client had just received one. He didn’t know what to do next. We asked him to send us his P45. After…
An employee share scheme can give employees additional capital for growth and development. This could include buying shares in the company, investing in training courses, or even starting up their own companies. There are many different types of share schemes out there, including profit sharing, bonus schemes, dividend payments, and employee stock options. Each one…
What is a sole proprietorship? A sole proprietorship is a type of business entity where you are personally liable for the debts and liabilities of the company. This means that if anything goes wrong with the business, you could lose everything. You can run a sole proprietorship out of your home, office or even a…
The same raise for everyone A recent study found that giving everyone the same raise creates resentment among employees who feel they are being overpaid compared to others. This could lead to lower productivity and morale. Instead, it’s best to give raises based on performance. When you look at how much people make, there are…