Employment Costs
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How Much Does It Cost to Employ Someone in the UK? (2026/27)
A complete breakdown of employment costs in the UK for 2026/27, including NI, pension, and hidden costs that employers often overlook.
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Employer Guides
In-depth guides to help you understand UK employment costs, tax obligations, and HR requirements for the 2026/27 tax year.
Annual Leave
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2026 UK Bank Holidays: How to Maximise Your Annual Leave
The 2026 UK bank holiday dates create some exceptional leave opportunities. Use 18 days leave for 44 days off.
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Employment Law
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UK Holiday Entitlement 2026/27 — 28 Days / 5.6 Weeks
UK workers get 5.6 weeks (28 days) statutory paid holiday. See part-time, shift worker, and irregular-hours entitlement rules.
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National Insurance
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National Insurance Rates 2026/27: 8% Employee, 15% Employer
All UK National Insurance rates and thresholds for 2026/27 — Class 1 primary (8%), secondary (15%), and self-employed Class 4.
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Sick Pay
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SSP Changes April 2026: Day-One Pay, No Earnings Floor, New Rate
Everything employers need to know about SSP changes from April 2026. Day-one pay, rate of £123.25/week, and lower earnings limit removal.
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