Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes: steps to get ahead before April 2026
Significant changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) will affect all UK employers from April 2026. But there’s lots of work to do before then. Here, we...
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National Payroll Week 2025: championing your payroll heroes
It’s that time of year again! From 1-5 September, we celebrate National Payroll Week (NPW), a time to recognise the effort and dedication of the...
Payroll trends 2025: predictions, challenges and solutions
What will 2025 have in store for the world of payroll? A lot can happen in 12 months, but Ciphr’s own experts, as well as payroll professionals...
Roundup of payroll changes 2025/26: everything you need to know
6 April is fast approaching – and that means that payroll professionals are gearing up for tax year end. It’s one of the busiest times of the year,...
Five reasons business leaders in the UK outsourced payroll - and why you should, too
Every member of the C-suite has a vested interest in ensuring payroll runs in a smooth, secure and efficient manner. For some organisations, the...
Earned wage access: what is it and why should business leaders offer it to their employees?
At a recent CIPP roundtable on the future of payroll, we discussed earned wage access (EWA). And it immediately became apparent to me there’s a lack...
Navigating Budget 2024: key insights for HR and payroll
Highlight reel National Insurance adjustments Minimum wage changes Employee benefits and taxation Apprenticeships and skills training Employment law...
How to make your next HRIS payroll software implementation the best yet
Your HRIS payroll software implementation project needs careful planning, and it all starts with choosing the right vendor. Here are some of the main...
Scouting payroll outsourcing companies? Our 10 tips will help you choose the best match
With multiple payroll outsourcing companies to choose from, finding the right one is not easy. Our 10 tips will help steer you in the right direction