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Building a better workplace for all, and the costs of not paying above minimum wage

Most business leaders know that staff are their biggest resource, but what happens if there is conflict between generations of staff within an organisation?  We share our top tips to build a better workplace for everyone.  Plus, the financial cost of not paying staff minimum wage or above – and the legal consequences. Bridging Generational…Read More

Government borrowing rises, and how to manage conflict in the workplace

Today we consider the implications of high government borrowing on the upcoming budget, and we also provide support for business leaders with managing workplace conflict. Government borrowing rises in September – what it could mean for businesses ahead of the Budget Official figures show that UK government borrowing reached £20.2 billion in September – the…Read More

The Fair Work Agency is set to enforce employment rights, make savings on childcare costs, and the CMA supports pet owners in the fight against rising vet care bills

Today’s blog post covers a huge range of topics, from how the Fair Work Agency is enforcing employment rights, HMRC’s advice for working families regarding the Tax-Free Childcare scheme, tackling the issue of the rapid increase in vet care bills, and much, much more! Why getting minimum wage calculations right matters more than ever Matthew…Read More

Tackling cybercrime as it becomes one of the biggest threats facing our economy

Today we are talking all things cyber, as we emphasise the value of businesses tackling cybercrime as a key priority to protect its future, and how a new toolkit can support smaller businesses taking on the fight. Minister urges businesses to take cyber security seriously The Security Minister, Dan Jarvis, has urged business leaders to…Read More

Weekly cash flow checks to avoid unwelcome surprises, and including staff welfare in your Incident Response Plan

This morning we give you the lowdown on why checking your cash flow on a weekly basis can help you to avoid any unwelcome surprises, plus we guide you through your Incident Response Plan and why including staff welfare is paramount. Weekly Cash Flow Checks: Stay Ahead of Surprises Cash flow is the lifeblood of…Read More

Weekly cash flow checks to avoid unwelcome surprises, and including staff welfare in your Incident Response Plan

This morning we give you the lowdown on why checking your cash flow on a weekly basis can help you to avoid any welcome surprises, plus we guide you through your Incident Response Plan and why including staff welfare is paramount. Weekly Cash Flow Checks: Stay Ahead of Surprises Cash flow is the lifeblood of…Read More

Child Trust Funds go unclaimed, rising fuel margins raises concerns and Digital IDs are set to be launched

We continue the week by reminding young people born between 2002 and 2011 to claim their Child Trust Funds, the CMA raises concerns over rising fuel margins and Labour announces plans to introduce Digital IDs for workers – what are your thoughts? Could Your Child Be Sitting on £2,000 Without Knowing It? New figures show…Read More

Thinking about handing your business over? What could this mean for your and your team?

Today we’re taking inspiration from Spotify’s founder, Daniel Ek, who is transferring from his role as Chief Executive to Chairman.  We take a look at how this could affect him and his staff, and what steps you could take if you’re thinking of changing your role. Preparing Your Business for Life Beyond You When Spotify’s…Read More

Practical steps to protect your business from cyber-attack

As cyber-attacks against well-known organisations are becoming increasingly common, today we are placing a focus on how smaller businesses can increase their cyber resilience to protect themselves from a potentially devastating attack.  Read on to find out what steps you should be taking to avoid serious disruption from a cyber-attack. Building cyber resilience: Preparing for…Read More

Amazon Fresh stores to close, and content creators are being recognised as contributors to the economy

Amazon demonstrate their ability to adapt to the needs of their customers as they decide to focus on online deliveries rather than their Amazon Fresh grocery stores, and good news for content creators as they receive recognition of their contribution to the UK economy.  Is your business utilising your online platform effectively? Amazon to close…Read More

Employment Rights Bill moves a step closer, fairer business rates and our top tips to being a greater employer

Today we review the progression of the Employment Rights Bill, explore potential changes to business rates and reveal our top tips to managing staff wellbeing to become a great employer. Employment Rights Bill Moves a Step Closer The government’s Employment Rights Bill has returned to the House of Commons, moving another step towards becoming law.…Read More

Good news for pensioners, inflation stays steady, and workplaces could be causing harm to hearing

Pensioners could be celebrating as the triple lock guarantee creates a rise of over £500 per year, inflation remained steady between July and August, and HSE reveals how some workplaces could be causing harm to employees’ hearing. State Pension Set for Rise – But More Retirees May Face Tax From April, people drawing the state…Read More

Unlimited contactless payments? And 10-year celebrations for the (HSE) ‘Risk-reduction through design’ awards

Today we discuss the proposal of the scrapping of the £100 limit for contactless payments – do you think it’s a good idea?  Plus, the HSE celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Risk Reduction through Design award – have you implemented a strategy to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace? Contactless Payments:…Read More

Improving gender equality in the workplace, dealing with cyber-attacks, and invoices for the first Extended Producer Responsibility are just around the corner

Today’s blog post from MLS Accountancy covers a wide range of business-related issues, from improving gender equality in the workplace, how to respond to a cyber-attack, and preparation for the first invoices for the EPR which are coming up in October. How Employers Can Improve Gender Equality at Work The government has recently published new…Read More

Aldi staff benefit from a welcome payrise, plus all the latest business news

Today we review whether Aldi’s high hourly rate for retail staff is viable, plus we cover all the latest business news including this Autumn’s Business Finance Week, and Labour’s productivity expert. Aldi Leads the Way on Pay: Is High Pay a Good Approach? Aldi introduced a pay boost last week for its store assistants that…Read More