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Government announce commitment to deliver a genuine living wage: What does that mean for businesses?

Posted on 12th August 202512th August 2025

Next year’s National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage have been hot topics of discussion with experts warning they must go up to meet the Government’s goal for it to match two thirds of median earnings.

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Understanding payroll responsibilities for apprentice wages

Posted on 8th February 20248th February 2024

Managing payroll effectively is crucial, especially when it involves apprenticeship wages. Employers must adhere to government regulations to avoid potential fines, penalties and disputes.

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What businesses need to know about recent updates to payroll

Posted on 14th November 202314th November 2023

The Department for Business and Trade has recently released feedback on two major consultations concerning payroll and holiday entitlements. 

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How the National Living Wage increase could affect businesses

Posted on 4th October 20234th October 2023

At the latest Conservative Party conference, it was confirmed that the National Living Wage will be officially rising to £11 an hour for those over the age of 23, starting from April 2024.

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What do you need to know about salary and dividends?

Posted on 27th January 202327th January 2023

If you are a business owner, you need to consider what to take in salary or in dividends.

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Construction subcontractors: All you need to know about payments

Posted on 20th April 202220th April 2022

If you are a contractor working in the construction industry you are likely to rely on the services of subcontractors – but what rules do you need to consider when paying them?

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