Everything you need to know about P60s
If you are an employee, at the end of every financial year (5 April) you will be issued with a P60 by your employer. You might think that a P60 seems of little use and is just another piece of paper to be filed away with all your other documents, but P60s are extremely important […]
Our guide to everything you need to know about P45s
Taxes can often be confusing with lots of complicated jargon to understand and mountains of paperwork to wade through. A P45 might sound familiar, but you may be uncertain about what it is, how to use it and if you really need it. Here, we discuss everything you need to know about P45s, from how […]
Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave: here's what you need to know
Welcoming the arrival of a baby is always exciting but understanding the different options of leave available to an employee, and their rights during this time, can be confusing. Here we discuss everything you need to know about maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave. Maternity Leave How long is maternity leave and when does it […]
September Newsletter
In the last quarter, AMR have had some changes in our payroll team. Sadly, we have said goodbye to Emma Rogers. But we are also so excited to welcome Kim to our payroll department. HMRC PENALTIES REFORM The new points based penalties take effect from the first VAT return period starting on or […]
Started a new online company during Covid? Read our must-know bookkeeping tips
Whether through choice or circumstance, the UK has seen a surge in start-up businesses since the COVID-19 pandemic began. According to Companies House, there were more than 770,000 new businesses launched in 2020 – more than double the number created between 2010 and 2017. Given our reliance on the internet for shopping and other […]
Covid-related phishing scams – beware fake HMRC messages
Scammers claiming to be from HMRC are continuing to exploit the COVID-19 crisis. Sole traders and small businesses are particularly at risk from the latest scams that trick people into believing they are due a tax refund or a special payment in relation to the pandemic. So what are the fraudsters’ latest tactics? Here we […]
Do I have to pay my staff for holidays? A guide to annual leave entitlements
With the ever-changing COVID-19 travel restrictions, vaccine passports and quarantine rules, booking a holiday has never been more confusing. But what about holiday pay? Is it really a legal responsibility to pay your staff for holidays? The short answer is ‘yes’ – but the ins and outs of annual leave entitlements are a little more […]
Zero hours contracts – what are they and what are staff entitled to?
Zero hours contracts. They often get bad press, and those who are not in the know might assume that zero hours equals zero employment rights. This is far from the truth. As long as they are used appropriately, and employers are aware of the rights and responsibilities surrounding zero hours work, these contracts offer a […]
National Minimum Wage – 2021 update
Summer is well underway and it’s a busy time for businesses, especially in the hospitality industry. Many companies are looking to recruit more staff to cope with increased customer demand as COVID-19 restrictions begin to lift. With this in mind, it’s vital to take account of the new National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage […]
Employee expenses and benefits – what are the UK tax rules?
There’s no doubt that the jobs market is in a state of flux, due to a combination of factors including the pandemic and Britain’s withdrawal from the EU. Attracting and retaining the best employees has become a challenge for many businesses. Offering benefits such as a company car or medical insurance is a proven way […]
