Applying for Home Responsibilities Protection

Did you know a missing Home Responsibilities Protection (HRP) record could reduce your State Pension, but you may still have time to put it right. Home Responsibilities Protection (HRP) was a scheme designed to help individuals, mainly those with caring...

Applying for a National Insurance number

Working or claiming benefits in the UK? You may need to apply for a National Insurance number first. If you do not already have one, your NI number is essential for tracking tax, National Insurance contributions and accessing certain government services. While most UK...

Don’t forget to pay your Class 1A NIC

Employers must act now to meet the deadline for paying Class 1A NICs for 2024–25 to avoid HMRC penalties. These contributions are due by 19 July 2025 if paying by post, or by 22 July 2025 for electronic payments. Class 1A NICs apply to most taxable benefits...

Employers, don’t forget to pay Class 1A NIC

Employers must pay Class 1A NICs for 2024–25 benefits by 19 July (post) or 22 July (electronic). These apply to perks like company cars and private health cover—late payment risks penalties from HMRC. Class 1A NICs are payable by employers on the value of...