by Kellie Burslem | Nov 30, 2021 | Uncategorized
The construction industry has been in the news a lot recently with shortages of both staff and materials being an issue. Although building sites were allowed to keep working during part of lockdown, like many businesses they experienced shutdowns, staff absence and...
by Kellie Burslem | Oct 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
The budget always makes headlines even in normal times but this year; as we emerge out the other side of the coronavirus pandemic and the cost of living is increasing, there was even more anticipation than usual. There were a few headline announcements related to...
by Kellie Burslem | Sep 24, 2021 | Uncategorized
There are now only a few more days until the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) – known better to us all as furlough – comes to an end. The scheme has been supporting employers and employees for 18 months now throughout the pandemic, so we thought we’d look back...
by Kellie Burslem | Aug 27, 2021 | Uncategorized
The arrival of my new grandson a few weeks ago was a really exciting time for our family and although I jokingly called him the new Pixie Payroll apprentice, it got me thinking about the next generation and apprenticeships in particular. The good news is that there’s...
by Kellie Burslem | Jul 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Now that we’ve had confirmation that the final coronavirus restrictions are to be lifted on 19th July, many businesses will be putting in place their final plans for fully reopening. For many, that will include ramping up their recruitment to fill gaps in their teams....
by Kellie Burslem | Jun 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Well, at least we know and in the end, it didn’t come as too much of a surprise but we had confirmation on Monday night that lockdown restrictions will be in place for four more weeks than expected until 19th July. That’s terrible news for hospitality businesses who...
