HMRC publish their results for handling calls and post
HMRC recently published their annual report and accounts for 2014-15 which included two interesting facts which explain why we frequently don't get the support we need. …
Do I have to pay my employee sick pay?
If an employee is eligible to receive Satutory Sick Pay (SSP) you must pay this even though you can no longer reclaim this statutory payment from HMRC. …
Can anyone process payroll?
Yes. Anyone can, but it doesn't mean they get it right or understand it! The team who process payroll for our clients have a recognised payroll qualification and don't just rely on using payroll software to do the calculations. Being able to calculate payroll manually has been invaluable on occasions. …
Do I have to release my employee for jury service?
If your employee is called to do jury service you must allow them time off. However if the time off would seriously harm your business you can ask them to request to delay the jury service. Jury service can only be delayed once in a 12 month period. …
Can I claim clothing as a business expense?
The provision of clothing to yourself or your employees is not a tax deductible expense. If you provide clothing it must be declared as a benefit on a P11D and Class 1A National Insurance Contributions will be paid. Your employee's tax code will also be adjusted to account for this taxable benefit. However if you or your employee is required to wear a uniform as part of their duties - a nurse for example …
