• Student Loan Thresholds and Rates: An Employer’s Guide for the 2026/27 Tax Year

    As we enter the 2026/27 tax year, employers and payroll managers must ensure their payroll systems are fully aligned with the latest statutory updates. Effective from 6 April 2026, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has implemented new repayment thresholds for both undergraduate student loans and postgraduate loans. Crucially, this tax year marks the official introduction…

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  • Navigating the 2026 National Minimum Wage and Living Wage Increases

    As a business owner, payroll manager, or employer, keeping pace with statutory employment updates is essential for maintaining complete compliance. Significant changes have taken effect across the UK, meaning you must audit and update your pay structures immediately. By law, the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) are the absolute minimum hourly…

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  • Day-One Employment Rights

    The New Day-One Eligibility From 6 April 2026, employees no longer need months or years of service to access their leave entitlements. Leave Type Old Rule (Pre-April 2026) New Rule (From 6 April 2026) Paternity Leave 26 weeks continuous service Day One (No service required) Unpaid Parental Leave 1 year continuous service Day One (No…

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