Starting out

Sunday Working – rules and regulations

Once upon a time, Sunday's were the quietest day of the week, but now many people are working on the seventh day. We look at your rights on Sunday working.

Contracts

Written Statements, contracts, and changing terms in your contract

If the change to your contract of employment is forced on you without agreement, you may be able to make a claim at Employment Tribunal.

How your employment can come to an end – for employees

There are various ways your Employment can come to and - but if you are an Employee you have the right not to be unfairly dismissed.

Government consultation on off-payroll working (IR35) rules effective from April 2020

Crunch's summary of the government's further consultation on how the proposed reforms to the IR35 rules for the private sector will be implemented.

Limited company

What is a limited company?

Limited companies are governed by the regulations contained in the Companies Act 2006. All company registration & records are managed by Companies House.

I’ve been overpaid! What should I do?

If you have been accidentally overpaid by your employer, it may seem like a lucky bonus, but don't assume you can keep the money!

Holiday entitlement and sick leave – some clarity?

There has been plenty of confusion surrounding how workers holiday entitlements react with sickness absence. Here's what we know.

Disciplinary and Dismissal Procedures – for Employees

All employers are required by law to have written disciplinary and dismissal procedures for employees and you must have access to this.

Get ready for end of tax year 5th April 2019

We’re fast approaching the end of the tax year on 5th April 2019. Let's take a look at what you’ll need to know.

How much should I take as a salary from my limited company?

One of the differences between being paid by an employer and running your own business is having to sort out your own pay. You can do this by taking a salary from your limited company - in the same way as a regular employee. Here are the benefits of taking a high or a low salary, without the jargon.

Limited company

Company year end accounts checklist for limited companies

A company year end can be a daunting undertaking for first-time limited company directors. However it needn't be the end of the world. Here's what you need to know to get your year end accounts sorted.

New Tax Year, New You

Want to make this tax year the most profitable yet? Our top financial resolutions and guidance will set you on the course to success.

Personal finance

What is a Postgraduate Master’s Loan?

Postgraduate Master’s Loans were introduced by the government to help with course fees and living costs while you study a postgraduate master’s course.

Becoming self-employed

What is a freelancer and how do you become one?

With more people than ever becoming self-employed, we look at freelancers: who are they, what do they do, and what skills should they have?

Disciplinary procedures: common mistakes made by employers

Some dismissals can be fair if the employer follows their disciplinary procedures correctly, but some dismissals are automatically unfair.