Clear, practical updates to keep you compliant and prepared. ✅
SSP Eligibility 🤒
💰 Sick Pay from Day 1
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SSP now starts from the first day of sickness (no waiting period) 🏥
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Lower Earnings Limit removed ➕ more employees now qualify 👥
NI Abroad ✈️
🇬🇧 National Insurance Changes
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The option for paying voluntary Class 2 NICs removed for those abroad 🚫
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Only Class 3 remains (higher cost) 💷
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Must have a stronger UK connection (10+ years) 🔗
WFH Tax Relief 🏠
💻 Working From Home
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Employees can no longer claim tax relief for WFH expenses most of the time ❌
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BUT employer reimbursements remain tax-free ✅
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Key shift: relief moves from employee → employer route 🔄
Parental Rights 👶
🍼 Leave from Day 1
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Paternity and unpaid parental leave now available from day one 📅
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No minimum service requirement anymore 🎉
Fair Work Agency ⚖️
🛡️ New Fair Work Agency
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A new body combining enforcement powers 🔨
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Greater protection for workers 🤝
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Likely increased compliance checks for employers 🔍
Final Slide 🎯
📌 The Big Picture
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More employee rights from day one 📈
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Increased payroll costs 💰
If you need help navigating any of this — we’re here. 🤝