The Indicator Podcast

Following the pandemic, homeworking and hybrid working look like they are here to stay.

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Like most employers, you almost certainly use probation periods as a good way to assess a new hire’s performance and conduct. At the end of that period, you’ll either confirm their job role, extend the probation period or dismiss them. But did you know that there are dangers associated with extending probation? What are they and how can you manage them?   

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If you’re a company director, can you and your fellow directors have a night out or enjoy some other entertainment on a tax-free basis? We explain what HMRC will allow and how to optimise the tax savings.

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You haven’t bothered to take up references on new recruits because you’ve always doubted their value. But now you’re thinking that perhaps you should. What can you ask, and are previous employers obliged to provide this information?  

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It's Christmas party season again. Trouble is, some of the team have a tendency to overdo the drinking, potentially leaving you with a morning-after headache too. What simple steps can you take to ensure that everyone has a good time without it ending in workplace ruin?

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No one relishes the prospect of an HMRC investigation, yet there are limits to the taxman’s powers. What are your rights to prevent an HMRC fishing expedition?   Plus, with the corporation tax increase going ahead next April is there anything you should be doing now to take advantage of the current lower rates? Actually, there is – we offer some practical tips.  

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Practically everyone seems to suffer with a bad back at some point and this can have a serious impact on your business through time off work and reduced productivity. What simple steps can you take to address the issue? We break it all down into advice that you can apply at minimal cost. 

And in case you hadn’t spotted an increase in hirsute upper lips, it’s Movember meaning some of your male employees may be sporting facial hair in the weeks to come. Surely there’s nothing for you to worry about here, is there? Keep listening and we’ll explain how to manage the risks.  

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It’s seemingly all doom and gloom on the economic front at the moment and it might turn to gloom in the workplace if the power goes out this winter. If the talked about power blackouts are imposed and you’re forced to temporarily close the workplace for a few hours each time, can you impose short time working to cover those hours? We explain what you can and cannot do. 

Plus an employee has handed in their notice. But you’re now in disagreement about when it takes effect and therefore when they can leave. We clarify this often misunderstood area of the law.  

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Running cars is becoming incredibly expensive for any business and the costs seem set to rise even further. So you’re inevitably thinking about going electric. Are there any tax breaks available to soften the blow?  Plus, dealing with a tax inspector is never an exciting prospect but sometimes HMRC does overstep the mark and start fishing for information it doesn’t have a right to. What are your rights in such a situation? Keep listening and we’ll explain it all.  

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On 23 September 2022 the Chancellor delivered a mini-Budget that contained the biggest package of tax cuts in 50 years. Irrespective of the arguments for it either way, it’s important to understand how the changes will affect you directly. We summarise them, and explain how they will impact your position going forward. 

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