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New Jersey employers look for ways to block controversial payroll tax New Jersey employers look for ways to block controversial payroll tax

The tax, which would require employers to foot the bill, has just been approved by the City Council.
28 Nov 2018

Texas Appeals Court blocks sick leave ordinance for Austin’s workers Texas Appeals Court blocks sick leave ordinance for Austin’s workers

It would have ensured that most private sector employees were entitled to six to eight paid sick days per year.
27 Nov 2018

Jordan's controversial Income Tax Bill awaits Senate approval Jordan's controversial Income Tax Bill awaits Senate approval

The original version sparked protests last June and led to the collapse of the government.
27 Nov 2018

Two thirds of Bangladeshis pay no tax despite earning taxable income Two thirds of Bangladeshis pay no tax despite earning taxable income

But the country’s garment workers are paid the lowest wages in the world based on global standards.
26 Nov 2018

Canadian former payroll administrator charged with $1.4m fraud Canadian former payroll administrator charged with $1.4m fraud

Maureen Burns has been charged with one count of fraud and one count of theft.
26 Nov 2018

IRS uses technology to uncover $10bn in US tax fraud IRS uses technology to uncover $10bn in US tax fraud

The figure is four times higher than last year, despite budget cuts.
23 Nov 2018

Romania cuts minimum payment rates for non-EU workers Romania cuts minimum payment rates for non-EU workers

The country is looking for cheaper labour in its leisure and construction sectors.
23 Nov 2018