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Tips at work do not count towards the National Minimum Wage - tips and tax, what your employer has to do, advice and help, cash in hand payments
If you get tips at work they do not count towards the National Minimum…
You have to pay Income Tax on any tips you get, and may have to pay…
It's illegal to buy alcohol if you're under 18 and you can be stopped, fined or arrested by the police for drinking in public
Report staff, such as door supervisors, security guards, CCTV operators and close protection operatives, who break the law or are a risk to the public.
What to do about tax and National Insurance if you pay an employee free of tax.
Information on the different types of alcohol licences available and guidance on how to apply for them.
The law on smoking in the workplace and what businesses must do to prevent smoking at work
A membership scheme permitting enhanced access through security in HMCTS buildings for registered holders with the appropriate scheme ID.
Guidance on managing and using bed rails safely.
Find out how SIA licensing applies to event staff.
Check if you need a visa or permit to work in Greece and how to get one if you do.
How to complain about the service you get from the office of the Pubs Code Adjudicator (PCA).
Guidelines for civil panel counsel, revised to include the new government security classifications.
The main things you need to consider when employing people for the first time or if you've never hired an employee before
FCDO travel advice for Japan. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
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