Pay & Benefits

National Living Wage

In this guide, we'll discuss what the National Living Wage is, what employees are entitled to, and the consequences of incorrectly paying wages.

EAP

Read our guide on EAP’s. Discover what they are, what they include, and the benefits it can bring to your company.

Salary Sacrifice

In this guide, we'll discuss what a salary sacrifice is, the different salary sacrifice schemes, and its advantages and disadvantages.

Employee Mental Health Days

In this guide, we'll discuss mental health days for employees, the pros and cons of implementing them, and how to offer them in your workplace.

Pay Rise Request

In this guide, we'll look at what a pay rise is, when employees can request them, and how to manage them correctly.

Staff Christmas Bonus

Paying your staff Christmas bonuses over the festive season is a great way to reward their efforts and spread festive cheer.

Hospitality employers prepare for new tips legislation

The recent announcement that the Employment (Allocation) of Tips Act 2023 will take effect from 1 October 2024 means that hospitality employers should act soon to get their house in order

Only one-third of British firms plan above inflation pay rises

Data from a recent poll of more than 1000 businesses, commissioned by the Work Foundation at Lancaster University, suggests that pressures facing UK firms have eased slightly over the last 15 months

New Code of Practice on employee tips due later this year

The Government has put before Parliament the Code of Practice on Fair and Transparent Distribution of Tips that will have legal effect in Great Britain under the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023.

Low Pay Commission reviews evidence for 2025 minimum wage

The Low Pay Commission (LPC), the independent body which advises the Government on the levels of the National Minimum Wage (NMW), including the National Living Wage (NLW), has launched a call for evidence to inform its advice to the Government on the minimum wage in 2025 and beyond.

National Living Wage increase creates risks for employers

Clear risks remain for employers as meeting legal national living wage obligations can be much more complex than simply paying a worker the correct rate per hour

Preparing for new HR laws: Paternity leave

April changes are here - and what’s new for family entitlements?

This employment law guide explores the basics of workplace pensions and offers guidance on how to avoid common pitfalls.