April 8, 2024
Thinking of buying another business? What due diligence should you consider?
When in business, it’s not uncommon to be approached by another business with a view to you buying the business or entering a partnership deal. It might be a competitor that approaches you, or it could be a customer or supplier.
April 5, 2024
Payroll reminder – National Insurance rate reducing from 6 April
From 6 April 2024, the 2% cut in employee national insurance contributions will come into effect. Employees will now be deducted 8%, rather than 10%, on monthly earnings between £1,048 and £4,189. A 2% deduction on earnings above this amount continues to apply.
April 11, 2024
Pilot project to help directors deal with cyber security risk
Arculus Ltd, a cyber security consultancy, has been tasked by the UK government to lead a pilot project that is aimed at helping directors of UK organisations in managing their cyber security risks.
April 11, 2024
Holiday pay and entitlement reforms
Coming into force from 1 January 2024, the Working Time Regulations, as amended by The Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023, introduced reforms that simplify holiday pay and entitlements.
April 11, 2024
Government reforms on reuse and recycling of electrical goods
The government has announced new UK-wide plans designed to make it easier to recycle electrical goods.
April 11, 2024
Is it too cold to work?
This winter has been one of the mildest on record so far, but there is still time for a cold snap, and this often raises questions about whether it is too cold to work. In fact, this question is one of the most popular topics on the HSE website.
April 11, 2024
Zero emission vehicle transition by 2035 now law
The government has set a pathway towards all new cars and vans being zero emission by 2035. This zero emission vehicle mandate became law on 3 January 2024.