Most workplace stress risk assessments are understandably written for employers. They have a duty of care to identify hazards, put controls in place and make sure they’re compliant. But there often is no equivalent written for you; the person experiencing the stress who arguably holds the strongest keys to identifying the stress, the causes and … [Read more…]
Key takeaways Plan around essential costs and a cautious income estimate, rather than your strongest month. Forecast when payments should arrive, not just when you expect to finish the work. Use stronger months to cover future gaps, while keeping tax money separate. Agree deposits, staged payments or recurring work where they suit the project. Set … [Read more…]
You used to love this job. You’d get ideas in the shower, stay a little late without thinking about it, feel something when a project landed well. Now you’re counting down to Friday on Monday morning. That shift from engaged to just getting through it, is easy to write off. You’re tired. It’s a busy … [Read more…]
Key takeaways Financial information, when it arrives in good time, gives small business owners more options before they need to act. Moving from paper-based administration to connected digital records can make useful financial information available sooner. Earlier information can give owners more time to prepare for liabilities and assess investment or hiring decisions. Sharing routine … [Read more…]
It’s November, you’re exhausted and there’s still a month to go. The end-of-year stretch is one of the most reliably draining periods in the working calendar, not just because of workload, but because of what it asks of you. The push to close things out before Christmas. The social commitments increase up alongside the professional … [Read more…]
The UK government is understandably keen for businesses and consumers to use recycled materials wherever possible. Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) has applied since April 2022 to certain plastic packaging components manufactured in or imported into the UK. It’s being updated in 2027 in some key ways that businesses subject to the tax need to know. … [Read more…]
From 30th October 2026, trade unions have a new legal right to request access to UK workplaces, both physical and digital. The right applies to employers with 21 or more workers. A union can request access whether or not it has any members in your workforce, and whether or not you recognise it. Many businesses, … [Read more…]
Key takeaways Accountants’ hidden hours include the advice, reassurance and coordination surrounding their core services. The Hidden Hours of Accountancy research from Sage found that 81% of accountants work outside their scope, highlighting how widely support extends beyond the agreed brief. Accountants can discuss current figures with clients without waiting for records to arrive. But … [Read more…]
Awards mark the official UK launch of Employment Hero’s charity, Hero Foundation Hero Foundation, the charitable arm of Employment Hero, launches in the UK in partnership with Leeds United Foundation to help people facing barriers to employment find meaningful work Employment Hero and Leeds United Foundation honour Nathan Kilkenny for the inaugural Pathways to Employment … [Read more…]
Key takeaways Sage used the UK Government’s Software Security Code of Practice to assess its established security, governance, and assurance practices across the Copilot Factory Framework (CFF). The assessment showed that embedding security throughout software design, development, deployment, and maintenance helps create more resilient AI-powered services. The assessment validated established security practices, including access reviews, third-party dependency … [Read more…]