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A leading independent firm of Calderdale Chartered Accountants and specialists in business development and corporate finance, working across West Yorkshire and beyond.

We’ve been looking after our clients’ interests for more than 70 years and personal service is as important to us now as it was when our practice began. When you work with us, you can expect regular contact with the director who is your primary contact and the team members who deal with your affairs on a day-to-day basis.

We work with a huge variety of clients, so whether you are a private individual requiring tax advice or a business at any stage in its lifecycle – from starting out to planning for growth to preparing for a successful sale – we can help.

Whatever we do for you, you’ll have the reassurance of knowing that we work to the challenging standards required by highly respected regulatory authorities.

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Latest News

Businesses left to pick up the tab for Employment Rights Bill

November 6th, 2024

The Government estimates that new obligations placed on employers under the Employment Rights Bill could result in substantial compliance costs – totalling around £5 billion.

The Bill will introduce a ban on many zero-hour contracts and extend day one employment rights across several areas, such as protection from unfair dismissal and parental leave.

For employers, this will represent a significant shift in their current practices. Sectors such as hospitality, care and retail will be disproportionately affected due to the widespread use of zero-hour contracts to manage fluctuating demand.

Breaking down the costs

Compliance costs are likely to be the biggest hit faced by businesses and their cash reserves.

These may include:

  • Training on new legislation
  • Administration
  • Loss of flexibility afforded by zero-hours contracts
  • The costs associated with leave, such as temporary recruitment

For example, it is estimated that enhanced sick pay alone could cost employers around £400 million per year, while workforce planning could represent a cost of around £200 million.

Staying ahead of the curve

To offset potential expenses, you might want to prioritise:

  • Efficiency – New processes, while potentially costly, are an opportunity to make work more efficient and reduce the overall time and cost associated with employment admin.
  • Delaying investment – Many costs associated with compliance will taper off over time, so businesses may need to delay investment to maintain a healthy cash flow.
  • Planning the transition – Starting early and covering staffing requirements without paying for unneeded hours can help to keep costs to a minimum.

While certain expenses are inevitable, careful spending and budgeting can help you reduce the pressure on your cash reserves.

For advice on managing the cost of the new employment rights, please contact our team today.

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