Employers’ Club

Welcome to the online hub page of our Employers’ Club, the place to go for all things relating to human capital.

As part of the Club, each quarter we will highlight details of the latest changes and updates from HMRC and upcoming deadlines for various employer or employee-related tasks, as well as interesting articles covering some of the more abstract parts of the UK tax system.  Plus, we will be taking you through some of the basics as a refresher.  

For more information please contact Louise Fryer or any other member of our Employers’ Club team.

PAYE codes explained

It can be a challenge to decipher the meaning behind a new tax code. Here is our guide to understanding the letters and numbers, and why adjustments are made.

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Remote working: how not to get caught out

New legislation is evolving, as the hybrid and remote working trend continues. Here’s what to look out for.

Salary sacrifice: what benefits offer the best savings and what are the common pitfalls?

Not all benefits can be provided using salary sacrifice and some deliver more savings than others, for both employers and employees. We explain how to get the best from the arrangement.

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Do you see eye tests as an employee benefit?

A company eye test is increasingly being seen as part of an employee’s compensation. We take a look at how it can fit into a company’s benefits package, and when it becomes taxable.

What’s the best way to incentivise your workforce with equity?

A large number of businesses use equity as a way of incentivising and rewarding their employees. In this article we look at different mechanisms for equity incentivisation and some common pitfalls.

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Beware of social security rules for teleworkers in European countries

Employers that have employees working from Europe need to be aware that the UK has opted not to sign up to the new EU Framework Agreement on social security for teleworkers. We explain.

Newsbite: Share schemes

Have you considered implementing a company share scheme as a way of rewarding your employees?

Newsbite: National Insurance Contributions

HMRC have now further extended the deadline for making voluntary National Insurance Contributions for the years April 2006 onwards.

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A focus on key employment tax topics

In this article we look at elements of employment tax that can be overlooked, starting with National Insurance.

Meet the team: Shaun McGown

Get to know team member Shaun McGown, who joined our Human Capital tax team 18 months ago.

Back to Basics: Payroll

If you’re new to the UK tax system or would benefit from a refresher, our Back to Basics series will take you through the key principles of employment tax.

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Key dates/deadlines – March – June 2023

We highlight upcoming deadlines, forthcoming events and other useful information.

Making Tax Digital (MTD): the next stage

From the start of the 2024/25 tax year, MTD will extend to those with gross business income or property income above £10,000. Find out what this could mean for you and how to be prepared.

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Key dates/deadlines for Q4 October-December 2022

We highlight upcoming deadlines, forthcoming events and other useful information.

Meet the team: Brenda Hu

Brenda Hu, Manager in our Human Capital team, gives us an insight into her daily role and shares her personal views on the future of global mobility.

Case study: Furlough overpayments

HMRC has won a case over £20,000 of furlough overpayments. We explain why this could be a cause for concern for some employers.

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A year like no other in the world of NICs

2022/23 is set to be a year like no other in the usually predictable, some may even say mundane, world of National Insurance Contributions (NICs).

Change to the Advisory Fuel Rates from 1 June 2022

An outline of the changes to the Advisory Fuel Rates applied to employees using a company car for business or private travel.

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Withdrawal of non-digital P11D submission tool

HMRC has confirmed that it has decommissioned the non-digital end of year expenses and benefits service for small businesses, withdrawing the interactive PDF form.

Top takeaways from our first live event

A recap of the top takeaways from the Employers' Club's first live event.

Key dates/deadlines for Q3 July-September 2022

Deadlines, forthcoming events and other useful information.

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Does your newly introduced “Hybrid Working” policy need to be updated already?

The era of “Hybrid Working” is still a new concept for many businesses that are refining a policy that works for the company as well as their employees.

NIC holiday for employers of veterans

National Insurance contributions relief for employers who hire veterans.

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Employee benefit reporting – is there an easier way?

There is an alternative to the dreaded annual form P11D. Find out the pros and cons of reporting benefits via payroll instead.

Increase in NIC rates to go ahead from April 2022

The UK government has confirmed the introduction of the 1.25% increase in National Insurance Contributions.

Difficulties with A1 social security certificates from France

HMRC has commented on a current issue relating to UK/France secondments.

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Key dates/deadlines for Q2 April-June 2022

Deadlines, forthcoming events and other useful information.

Meet the team: Harry Wells

Get to know team member Harry Wells, who joined PKF as a graduate 2 years ago.

Working from home allowance threatened

Working from home expenses under review by HMRC and may be withdrawn.

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Freeports Employer National Insurance Contributions relief

You may have heard about the creation of Freeports by the government.  Where are they and what is their purpose?

Student and Postgraduate Loans Repayment Thresholds and Rates for 2022/23

2022-2023 Student Loan repayment thresholds confirmed.

New National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates

From 1 April 2022 the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates are increasing.

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Christmas – a time for giving?

It's almost time for the office Christmas do and so it is worth being well versed in the tax implications of the choices you make.

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Cross-border remote working: beware the pitfalls

Since the pandemic, many more employees are working remotely. But are you aware of the legal and financial risks if they are in other countries?

Employers’ Club: Meet the team

Meet our Employers' Club specialists, comprising experts from our various human capital teams. Each quarter, a different member of the team will provide some insight into their daily roles, what they love about their job and how they came to global mobility/employment tax. Louise Fryer kicks off.

Why business travellers must be tracked

Post-pandemic, the workforce is likely to return to higher levels of travel. Many employers overlook the importance of travel monitoring. We explain why it matters.

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What’s coming up

Deadlines, forthcoming events and other useful information.

CJRS claims worth a review

HMRC has been increasing its compliance checks with employers it believes may have falsely claimed money via the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS).