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UK employers welcome proposed changes to apprenticeship levy

UK employers welcome proposed changes to apprenticeship levy UK employers welcome proposed changes to apprenticeship levy

The hope is that government’s pledge to engage with business will lead to a more flexible system.
11 Oct 2018
Washington DC City Council votes to repeal minimum wage legislation

Washington DC City Council votes to repeal minimum wage legislation Washington DC City Council votes to repeal minimum wage legislation

The voter-approved law, which is aimed at waiting staff, is opposed by restaurant owners and the Mayor.
10 Oct 2018
Hong Kong pushes for tax breaks for home return permit holders

Hong Kong pushes for tax breaks for home return permit holders Hong Kong pushes for tax breaks for home return permit holders

The aim is to enable HongKongers to avoid double taxation when working in mainland China.
10 Oct 2018
UK closes new entry to childcare voucher schemes for working mothers

UK closes new entry to childcare voucher schemes for working mothers UK closes new entry to childcare voucher schemes for working mothers

The scheme is being replaced by tax-free childcare, which will be run via Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs.
09 Oct 2018
US employer eradicates pay gap by paying everyone the same

US employer eradicates pay gap by paying everyone the same US employer eradicates pay gap by paying everyone the same

A small business owner in Portland, Oregon, realised he did not “have to play by the rules”.
09 Oct 2018
Chinese worker wins case after being fired for payslip display on social media

Chinese worker wins case after being fired for payslip display on social media Chinese worker wins case after being fired for payslip display on social media

Food delivery firm was unhappy she had allegedly shared salary details with co-workers.
08 Oct 2018
Philadelphia public servants to be paid more to work fewer hours

Philadelphia public servants to be paid more to work fewer hours Philadelphia public servants to be paid more to work fewer hours

Anticipated savings from the introduction of an integrated payroll system are not working out as expected.
08 Oct 2018
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