Keeping up with employment law and HR best practice is a challenge for every business. We want to help you stay compliant by making you aware of changes coming into effect from 6 April 2020. Not least as a breach of these new rules could cost you a fine of up to £20,000.
Archives for 2020
Asia Briefing February 2020
Asia Briefing provides a round-up of the latest business updates from Asia published by our international partner Dezan Shira & Associates.
Future-ready: HW Technology makes a strategic business move
What happens when your business grows fast and your workspace is quite literally bursting at the seams. The only option for IT managed services provider, HW Technology, was a move to larger premises – and soon. We learn how, with support from RfM, HW Technology overcame the challenges of finding, funding and fitting out their new premises in 2019.
National Living Wage “the biggest cash increase ever” – How will your business cope?
The National Living Wage will rise by 6.2% from 1 April 2020. Almost three million UK workers are set to receive a pay rise, described by the Government as “the biggest cash increase ever”. Whether you employ staff on the National Living Wage or not, your business is likely to be affected. We look into the potential impact of the rise and what you can do.
Committed to adding more value – Kathryn Gardner, Auditor
Kathryn Gardner is Client Relationship Manager at RfM Preston and a key member of our Audit team. We asked Kathryn to give us an insight into the role and responsibilities of an auditor, and why some businesses choose to have an audit – even if they’re not obliged to.
Things to check before you sign your mortgage agreement
50% of homeowners say they found the process of buying a property confusing and over 60% admit to not fully reading their mortgage agreement before they signed it. Crazy! A mortgage will likely be your largest financial commitment, so it’s vital to ensure that you’re happy with the terms of your mortgage agreement before you commit to it.