New HMRC penalties…
There is a significant change in the approach which HMRC will be taking in dealing with tax returns relating to periods starting on or after 1 April 2008, where the return is due to be submitted on or after 1 April 2009. HMRC have the legal right to enquire into any return and if they find [...]
Continue reading...26. May 2009
What is Swine Flu?
Swine flu is a form of influenza that originated in pigs but can be caught by, and spread among, people. It has similar symptoms to normal flu, typically the type we are exposed to in winter months. It is worth noting that there is currently a low risk associated with swine flu and the sensible [...]
Continue reading...29. April 2009
Five ways to avoid redundancy!
1. Introduce flexible working - you may have to cut employee hours but if pitched correctly they’ll appreciate the continuation of work. 2. Prohibit overtime – those who rely on overtime may leave. However the employees who stay will still have work to do and you avoid a potential redundancy situation. 3. Change shift [...]
Continue reading...29. April 2009
Outsourcing in the Recession…
Outsourced HR is a fast growing area in this time of recession. Many organisations are beginning to realise that frequent HR tasks such as recruitment and selection are a lengthy process and many no longer have the time or resources to ensure that tasks are performed correctly. Outsourcing provides the opportunity to exploit in-depth HR [...]
Continue reading...29. April 2009
Social Networking
Like all networking and blogging sites on the internet, you may believe typing messages on these sites is unmonitored and you can put on there anything you want as a business or as an employee, but with more people looking to interact in new ways over the internet one wrong sentence or phrase can be [...]
Continue reading...29. April 2009
PAYE Podcasting
Are you unaware of the forthcoming PAYE changes? Now all you need to do is tune in to the latest podcast via the following link www.hmrc.gov.uk/podcasts and the HMRC will explain it all for you. The podcast has been developed in reference to the new rules which will be in place from April 2009. Changes will [...]
Continue reading...24. March 2009
Unfair dismissal claims rocket
Many businesses remain unaware of the necessary steps needed to be taken in order to survive the current recession. More and more small businesses are facing unfair dismissal claims after failing to follow statutory redundancy procedures. Research from Hiscox has revealed a threefold increase in insurance claims from small businesses being sued by employees for [...]
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- New HMRC penalties…
- Employers beware – the real potential impact of the new disciplinary and grievance procedures
- Increase in Compensation Limits…
- Fit note to replace sick note
- A clear vision for driving business forward
- Start of the Year and a Time for a Shake Up
- Bank of England and Libor Rates
- ‘Paper’ tax return deadline 31 October
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24. April 2009
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