HMRC has just announced that the qualifying date for employees to have been on the employer's payroll to be eligible to be furloughed is now the 19th March 2020.  This has changed from the previously published 28th February and is now one day prior to when...

1. We understand that HMRC has told a Parliamentary Select Committee that the online portal for furlough reimbursements will be operational from the 20th April with the first payments made on 30 April. It is likely that your claims will run in line with...

As of the 6th April, the following changes have come into effect in relation to terms and conditions of employment: Employees and workers are entitled to a section 1 statement of particulars on the first day of employment. The exclusion for employees in...

Businesses can apply for a grant of up to £2,500 a month The Government has announced the scheme to protect jobs during the Covid-19 outbreak. Businesses can apply for a grant of up to £2,500 a month per employee to cover 80% of salary for those retained...

We are now all battling the business effects of the Coronavirus so it’s time to consider options in the event of adverse financial and commercial impacts on the business. Recruitment freeze Review current vacancies being advertised and pull where possible,...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) There is mounting concern over the spread of the coronavirus that has become a worldwide issue over the past few months. As this is a developing issue, employers are recommended to follow the latest government advice, which can be...