Major legislative changes are reshaping the recruitment landscape. From tax adjustments to new employer duties and umbrella company regulations, here’s what you need to know — and what you need to do.
National Insurance Changes (Effective 6 April 2025)
Employer NICs rising from 13.8%...
The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) was published on the 10 October 2024.
It introduces sweeping reforms that will reshape the employment landscape and recruitment industry.
While many changes won’t come into effect until 2026 at the earliest, it is critical businesses use this time to...
Published: April 2025
From 1 April 2025, the UK Government has implemented new National Minimum and Living Wage rates, following recommendations from the Low Pay Commission (LPC). These changes aim to support workers amid rising living costs and ensure fair pay across the board.
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Understanding the 2024 Budget’s National Insurance Changes for Employers
The recent 2024 budget includes a significant shift in employer National Insurance (NI) contributions, with the rate increasing by 1.2 percentage points to 15%, and a lowered earnings threshold now starting at £5,000...
Following the Labour Party's victory in the General Election on 4 July 2024, the Chancellor Rachel Reeves presented the government's first Budget on 30 October 2024
Budget 2024 Key points
Personal taxes
·Rates of income tax and National Insurance (NI) paid by employees, and...
The most challenging part of our recruitment consultant's role is when a candidate, who’s been unhappy in their role for months, finally gets offered their dream job, only to be swayed by a counteroffer or promotion from their current company and decides to stay!
It’s incredibly...
