Feature topic - Compliance success
to help with keeping up to date with legislation. We cannot work in isolation and must stay in contact with each other to achieve the best possible interpretation of any change. EG: Generally, we must be mindful of not just the changes in legislation but the ability of our systems and processes to deliver a quality and compliant service. As well as the head of legislation and regular updates and guidance, at Dataplan we have internal technical teams that interpret the legislative requirements, apply them to our systems and processes and roll out a programme of updates on a regular basis. JM: During the pandemic the actual working hours are less visible, so it is imperative that robust and accurate time records are maintained – this may include times where individuals have worked through breaks or worked longer hours than usual. The implementation of the flexible furlough scheme has also highlighted the importance of maintaining accurate working hours. Such records should be maintained for a six-year period. JN: We have had the challenge of our lifetime since March 2020 with new
Covid-19 related rules announced that use 38 different effective dates. The job retention scheme has been updated no less than 72 times in fourteen weeks. Daily updates and webinars from Gov.uk, as well as CIPP’s daily News Online and regular webinars, have been invaluable during these unprecedented times. While there are numerous media that will replicate the facts, you cannot beat going straight to the source of the information. ...job retention scheme has been updated no less than 72 times... However, some of the new rules have been almost impossible to digest and sometimes even contradictory. On these occasions we have all benefited by professional forums seeking clarification that they have willingly passed on to others. The payroll mantra has been ‘we
are all in this together’ and I have seen many inspiring examples of camaraderie over the last four months. CIPP also created a Covid-19 hub on their website that has been regularly updated and made available to members and non-members alike to provide a one-stop-shop of support for anyone who needs access to all Covid-19-related resources at a glance. J R-W: Social media platforms such as LinkedIn and Twitter can be particularly useful for obtaining succinct and easily digestible information, provided you are connected with the right experts. Another option is to subscribe to digital newsletters from consultancy and audit specialists as well as, of course, professional membership bodies like the CIPP. Don’t forget to look out for updates from your software providers, too. As a crucial partner in your payroll success, your provider should be in regular contact and providing useful content, such as webinars, to guide you through the complex changes – with specific reference to how to implement and utilise any important software updates. n
HOLIDAY PAY AND LEAVE
Currently being delivered
via virtual classroom
HALF DAYCOURSE
Case law continually produces changes to employees’ statutory holiday leave and pay entitlement, which are covered in this informative course, alongwith the various types of leave and the calculation of pay.
This course covers: l Understanding the legal framework l Calculating entitlement and handling requests l Calculating holiday pay l What to include in holiday pay l Handling part-time, shift, casual and agency workers l Sickness absence
Book online at cipp.org.uk/training or email enquiries@cipp.org.uk for more information.
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| Professional in Payroll, Pensions and Reward |
Issue 63 | September 2020
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