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Tax-free mileage rate increased to 55p per mile — what employers need to know

The tax-free mileage rate for employees using their own car or van for business travel is increasing to 55p per mile from April 2026. Here’s what employers and payroll teams need to know about the change, including backdated claims and employee expenses.

389 employers named for minimum wage underpayments – a wake-up call for UK employers

The Government has just named 389 employers for failing to pay the National Minimum Wage. That...

Northern Ireland: New Miscarriage Entitlement and Day-One Rights for Parental Bereavement Leave and Pay

From 6 April 2026, important changes are coming to Parental Bereavement Leave and Pay in Northern...

SSP is Changing in April: What Small Businesses Need to Know

Employment law moves fast, but the changes coming this April under the Employment Rights Act 2025...

National Minimum Wage Increases from April 2026: Essential Employer Guide

From 1 April 2026, the UK’s National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates will increase for all age groups. The adult rate will rise to £12.71 per hour, with larger percentage increases for younger workers and apprentices. Employers should review staffing costs, update payroll systems and plan budgets now to ensure full compliance for the 2026/27 tax year.