Even more reasons why employers should consider salary sacrifice for pension schemes post-budget changes. No matter the size of your company
Even More Reasons Why Employers Should Consider Salary Sacrifice for Pension Schemes Post-Budget Changes No matter the size of your company, the recent budget has introduced significant changes to National Insurance (NI) contributions and thresholds, making salary sacrifice schemes more attractive for employers and employees. Salary sacrifice is an arrangement where an employee agrees to […]
Understanding the 60% Tax Trap: What it is and How to Mitigate it
If you earn between £100,000 and £125,140 a year, you might be caught in what’s known as the 60% tax trap. This is a quirk in the UK tax system that can significantly reduce the value of your earnings. Here’s how it works and, most importantly, what you can do to mitigate it. What is […]
Beware of Pension Scams: How to Protect Your Retirement Savings
In recent years, pension scams have been on the rise, and they’re becoming alarmingly sophisticated. With more people planning for retirement and seeking ways to grow or access their pension funds, scammers are taking advantage of this vulnerability. The rise in scams can lead to devastating financial losses, robbing you of the retirement security you’ve […]
Removing the need to report benefits on P11D forms: What Employers Need to Know for April 2026
As an employer, staying ahead of regulatory changes is essential for maintaining compliance and ensuring smooth operations. One such significant change on the horizon is the removal of the need to report benefits on P11D forms, set to take effect from April 2026. This shift marks a major overhaul in how benefits and expenses are […]
Should an Automatic Enrolment Pension Scheme with Minimum Government Contributions be called an Employee Benefit?
I have recently read HR articles discussing whether a pension scheme with government minimum pension contributions should really be called an Employee Benefit or is it just a company meeting its legal requirement? In my view, in today’s economic landscape where financial security during retirement is a growing concern, automatic enrolment pension schemes are the […]
Pension Warning for Women
Headline New – Pension Warning as women need to work an extra 19 years to close the pension gap as pension funds fall short by £136K You may have seen the headlines in the papers and on the radio. Research by Now Pensions and Pension Policy Institute (PPI) reveals the true extend of the issues […]
Why every employer needs an Employee Benefits Adviser
In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent has become a strategic imperative for businesses. One of the key factors that prospective employees consider when evaluating job opportunities is the benefits package offered by the company. Providing a comprehensive and attractive benefits package not only helps attract skilled professionals but also encourages employee […]
Article 1) Are Men from Mars and Women from Venus when it comes to Health provision in the workplace?
So, in my first article on Health in the workplace, I have focused on Women’s Health in the workplace and I will look at each sexes similarities and differences and how employers can help all employees. Women’s health in the workplace has become an increasingly important issue in recent years. With women making up nearly […]
Back to the Future
I was born in 1973 and recall at school in the early 80’s talk wasn’t about the great new car someone’s parents had got or a recent holiday but unfortunately whose dad had lost his job that week. I was reminded of this recently when BBC 6 music had their celebration of Kate Bush’s first […]
Reproductive health – Support for employees
Reproductive health support has been growing in popularity as an employee benefit in the UK. The uncertainty surrounding such issues can be a major cause of stress both physically and mentally for employees. NHS waiting lists for investigation and treatment are long and growing. Many employees do not feel comfortable disclosing that they are undergoing […]
