Owing to the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Government have opted to delay the controversial IR35 tax reforms, which were due to come into force on 6 April 2020, by one year.
COVID-19 sick pay and support for businesses and employees
We are living in unprecedented times and following on from Boris Johnson’s announcement on 23 March 2020, the UK is ultimately on lockdown. Karen Cole looks at the options for employees and employers alike.
We’ve installed a new exhibition of original artworks, and because we know that everyone approaches art differently, we’re hosting a new exhibition every two months!
During the term of your lease, you may find that your property requirements change and that you need to make alterations to your premises, whether internal, external or structural. If you find yourself in this situation, one of the first things you must consider (in addition to any planning and statutory requirements) are the terms of your lease.
Enthusiasm for small enterprise is seeing increasing numbers trying to make it as entrepreneurs and inventors, whether alongside the day job, bringing up children, or even school/work.
Do you know what a DDOS attack is? Are you more vulnerable than the Greeks to Trojan attacks, or do you have enough Bitcoins stuck down the back of your virtual sofa to pay off a hijacker? Hackers are getting smarter, more ruthless, and more determined every day. And they’re not just focusing their efforts on the big corporations any more.
Good practice is vital for employers in managing tribunal claims
In July, the Supreme Court ruled that Employment Tribunal claim fees were unlawful, meaning all Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeals Tribunal fees paid since 2013 will need to be reimbursed.
Following the recent A level results, many first-time students will be looking for last-minute accommodation, if they aren’t heading to their first choice of university with an assured place in the halls of residence.
Supreme court ruling on referees’ employment status
In PGMOL v HMRC, the Supreme Court considered whether professional referees were self-employed. The case has the potential for far-reaching implications across the employment world.
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