Payroll guides

The minimum wage rates changed on 1 April 2026. Here is what every band is worth, who qualifies for each one, and the four routine payroll mistakes that leave careful employers underpaying.

The new HMRC mileage rate brings the first increase in 15 years. From 6 April 2026, the approved rate for cars and vans rose to 55p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles. For a figure frozen at 45p since 2011, this is a meaningful shift.

In this guide to how to outsource your payroll, we’ll delve into what to look for in a provider, common pitfalls to avoid, and the types of payroll providers.