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Employment Rights Bill progresses and consultations are launched

Following the release of the Employment Rights Bill, its Impact Assessment was published last week showing that the new Bill will have a “positive direct impact on economic growth.”

Author: Nigel Simmons FCCA

October 24, 2024

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New business? Have you thought about your health and safety policy?

Running a business comes with a myriad of responsibilities, and ensuring the safety of your employees should be at the top of your list.

Author: Nigel Simmons FCCA

July 1, 2024

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Dealing with a cyber-attack

Most businesses have exposure to cyber risk. Almost every modern business relies on computer networks for day-to-day operations, and this means that most firms are exposed to cyber risk. A cyber-attack is any attempt to steal data, damage or disrupt a computer system.

Author: Nigel Simmons FCCA

June 8, 2024

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Hybrid working – what counts as a business journey for tax purposes?

Generally, where an employee works at home as an objective requirement of the job, then HMRC will usually accept that the employee is entitled to tax relief for the expenses of travelling from their home to another workplace, such as the office, when this is in performance of the duties of their job.

Author: Nigel Simmons FCCA

May 13, 2024

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April is Stress Awareness Month

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), via their Working Minds campaign, has declared April Stress Awareness Month.Work-related stress is an important consideration for businesses since all employers have a legal duty to prevent work related stress to support good mental health in the workplace.

Author: Nigel Simmons FCCA

April 15, 2024

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