How to Claim SSP: Employer HR Guide
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) remains the core statutory entitlement for employees who are too unwell to work. Employers and HR teams play a central role in guiding staff through the SSP claim process, ensuring the correct evidence is provided, internal notification rules are followed and payments are administered lawfully through payroll. A compliant SSP process […]
Sick Pay & Universal Credit Guide for Employers
This article explains how Statutory Sick Pay interacts with Universal Credit from an employer’s perspective. It provides HR professionals and business owners with a clear understanding of how SSP affects UC entitlement, what employers must report through payroll and the points where SSP ending can impact an employee’s income. The focus is on compliance, accurate […]
SSP Entitlement Guide for Employers
This article explains how statutory sick pay (SSP) entitlement works in practice for UK employers. It focuses on what HR and business owners need to understand about who qualifies for SSP, how entitlement is triggered and maintained, and where the main compliance risks sit when handling sickness absence and pay. The primary focus is on […]
NHS Sick Pay Guide for Employers
NHS Sick Pay operates differently from the typical contractual sick pay arrangements found in the private sector. Employers working with NHS staff, recruiting from the NHS or engaging workers with previous NHS service must understand how the scheme functions. The rules are set out primarily in the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Handbook, known […]
ESA Benefit: Employer Legal Guide
Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is a statutory benefit administered by the Department for Work and Pensions for individuals whose ability to work is limited by illness or disability. Although ESA is not paid by employers, its impact on workforce management, capability processes and discrimination risk makes it an area HR directors must understand. ESA […]
Directors Remuneration: Pay, Benefits & Compliance
Directors’ remuneration refers to the compensation provided to company directors for their roles and responsibilities. It typically includes a combination of salary, bonuses, benefits, share options and pensions. For publicly listed companies in the UK, directors’ remuneration must align with corporate governance guidelines and reflect the company’s performance and strategic objectives. Determining appropriate remuneration is […]
Split Pay: Guide for UK Employers
Split pay is an arrangement where an employee’s salary is divided into portions and paid into multiple bank accounts or allocated across different countries or currencies. It’s often used for employees working internationally or those who need their earnings managed for specific financial arrangements. For example, split pay may benefit expatriate employees who require part […]
National Living Wage Guide for UK Employers 2025
The National Living Wage (NLW) was introduced in the UK in 2016 with the aim of ensuring a fair wage for workers over a certain age. For employers of all sizes and sectors, keeping up with the latest wage rates and adhering to legal requirements is essential to avoid penalties and maintain a positive workforce. […]
Can You Make an Employee Pay for Damages?
Employees can be entrusted with many different types of company property in the course of their employment, from company uniform, to laptops, mobile phones and company cars. While accidents can happen, Damage to company property can result in unwanted costs, lost time and reduced working capacity. If an employee breaks something at work, the question […]
Types of Pay Structure: Essential Guide
A pay structure is a framework that outlines how employees are compensated within an organisation. It provides a systematic approach to setting salaries, ensuring consistency, fairness, and alignment with business objectives. There are various different types of pay structure that can be implemented within an organisation, although the most suitable structure will depend on a […]