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Published on 2 August 2021

Carer’s Allowance Supplement (Scotland) Bill

LITRG welcomes the opportunity to respond to the call for views on the Carer’s Allowance Supplement (Scotland) Bill published by the Social Justice and Social Security Committee of the Scottish Parliament. ...

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Published on 2 August 2021

New help for those hiring an employee

Employing someone, whether as part of running a small business or as an individual taking on domestic help such as a nanny or a carer, brings with it many responsibilities. These include registering as an employer with HM Revenue and Customs, operating a Pay As You Earn scheme, arranging a workplace...

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Published on 28 July 2021

Tax credits – claimants reminded to renew by 31 July

The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) is reminding people who claimed tax credits during 2020/21 and who have received renewal forms from HMRC, to act by 31 July so that their payments do not stop....

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Published on 21 July 2021

How do I complete the Starter Checklist if…?

Recently, we have been contacted by people who are struggling to complete the Starter Checklist when they start work with a new employer. Here we look at some of the most common scenarios ...

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