The dust has settled on the Budget, but it has raised many questions. If you’ve been following the news, you may have noticed some significant changes to the Inheritance Tax (IHT) regime. Not too long ago, we discussed the possibility of abolishing IHT altogether under the previous government. However, the current situation is quite different—it’s […]
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Business Tips, Employee Benefits, National Insurance
An increase in costs and responsibilities for the employer
06
Nov
Nov
October has been a significant month of news for employers. First, the long-awaited Employment Rights Bill was published on 10th October, and then the announcements were made in the Budget last week. You can’t have missed it, the rise in Employer’s National Insurance (NIC). From next year, an increase in costs and responsibilities for the employer […]
25
Sep
Sep
This week is Labour Party conference week. Rachel Reeves made her debut speech on Monday as the Chancellor of the Exchequer. She said there was no return to austerity but instead a time for “iron discipline” and “relentless focus.” With this in mind, we explore what’s expected in the budget. When is the Budget? The […]