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What actions can employers take to close the gender pensions gap?

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More employers could introduce gender inclusive paid parental leave to prevent and try to close gender pension gaps. The Pensions (Extension of Automatic-Enrolment) (No. 2) Bill will remove the lower earnings limit, enabling more employees to pay into a pension. The Pensions (Extension of Automatic-Enrolment) (No.

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Freenow launches new benefits for its 10,000 taxi drivers

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Mobility app Freenow has introduced new benefits that will give all of its 10,000 UK taxi drivers access to accident and sickness insurance, and compassionate and parental leave. According to the employer, this additional support for its drivers and their families is particularly important considering the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

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Top tips to help new parents stay in control of their finances

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Expecting a baby and planning maternity or parental leave is an exciting time, but it is also important to consider the financial impact that a new arrival can bring. As the cost of living crisis continues, it is now more important than ever that new parents understand how their finances will be affected and what actions they can take.

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Top tips on how employers can reduce the gender pensions gap

Employee Benefits

Women need to be aware of the impact of career breaks and part-time working on their pensions, and how they may be able to mitigate the impact. Here are some practical tips for employers on how they can reduce the gender pensions gap. Perhaps decisive policy action is needed to address the pension gender divide.

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A Guide to Calculating Pensionable Earnings for Employers

Employee Benefits

For employers, determining the contributions to a workplace pension scheme depends on the pensionable earnings of their employees. This article will explain the different methods for calculating pensionable earnings and how these methods affect pension contributions and tax efficiency. Employee contribution (inc.

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Employee Benefits Providers: What Employers Need to Know

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Employee benefits providers are organizations that specialize in designing, administering, and managing employee benefits packages on behalf of employers.    These providers handle the complex tasks of negotiating with insurance companies, managing enrollment processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

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The UK workplace sector reacts to the Spring Budget 2023

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The abolition of the cap on the amount people can accumulate in pensions savings over their lifetime before having to pay extra tax (currently £1.07m) Tax-free yearly allowance for pension pot to rise from £40,000 to £60,000. It is also critical that this new early-years funding doesn’t infringe on existing rights to parental leave.