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Understanding payroll responsibilities for apprentice wages

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

What businesses need to know about recent updates to payroll

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

How the National Living Wage increase could affect businesses

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…