Digital piracy is declining across all content types – including TV programmes, music, and film – in Europe and the United Kingdom, a major study has revealed.
Grandparental leave is a first for a major employer and could set a trend
The pandemic has brought about a number of changes to working practices, whether it be remote working, a form of office/home hybrid working or flexible hours working, all bringing challenges for HR departments.
Landlords call for rethink on energy proposal for rental properties
The body that represents UK landlords has said the Government should rethink proposals that would force them to pay up to £10,000 to improve energy efficiency in rental properties.
Coronavirus: self-certification period temporarily extended
The Statutory Sick Pay (Medical Evidence) Regulations 2021 came into force on 17 December 2021.
As of this date, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) introduced new rules enabling any employee to self-certify for 28 days. Employees can normally self-certify sickness absence for the first seven days. However, now for a temporary period, they can self-certify for 28 days.
Five steps to help calculate inheritance tax on gifts
With hundreds of reliefs, allowances, and exemptions available, the UK’s inheritance tax regime is among the most complex in the world.