Payments, Deadlines and Compliance

Every tax year end involves important payroll tasks to ensure you comply with HMRC rules. You must report the previous year's payroll information, provide employees with P60 forms, report any expenses and benefits, and prepare your payroll records for the new tax year starting...

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The Apprenticeship Levy is a tax on larger employers' pay bills. If your business has an annual pay bill over £3 million, you'll need to pay 0.5% of that pay bill to HMRC each month, minus an allowance. Understanding whether you need to pay, how to calculate what you owe, and how to report it...

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When your business undergoes significant changes such as a merger, acquisition, or change of ownership, you must notify HMRC and take specific steps to ensure your payroll records remain compliant. The actions you need to take depend on the type of change and whether you'll be using a new employer...

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Employment Allowance is a valuable tax relief that can save your business up to £10,500 each year by reducing the amount of employer's National Insurance you pay. If you run payroll and employ staff, this allowance could significantly reduce your tax bill. This guide explains what Employment...

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As an employer, you must pay your PAYE bill to HMRC each month or quarter, covering Income Tax deductions, National Insurance contributions, and other payroll-related amounts. This guide explains when your payment is due, how to pay, and what you need to do to ensure your paym...

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If you pay PAYE late, miss a filing deadline, or don't submit Real Time Information (RTI) returns on time, HMRC will charge penalties and interest. These charges apply to most employers and can add up quickly, so it's important to understand when they kick in, how much you'll...

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If you've paid more PAYE or National Insurance than you owe, you can claim a refund from HMRC. This might happen due to payroll corrections, duplicate payments, or employees leaving that weren't reported correctly. Before claiming, you'll need to identify why the overpayment occurred and gather the...

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Fraudulent companies can insert themselves into your supply chain, leaving you liable for unpaid taxes and penalties even if you didn't know about the fraud. Understanding the warning signs of payroll and labour fraud protects your business from financial and legal consequence...

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