The office for National statistics reports that 9% of people aged over 65 were divorced in 2011 which is double the number divorced in 2001. They warn that divorce in later years is especially damaging because “relationships are particularly important for older people as they are more likely to have Read more…
New figures from the Pensions Regulator show that the number of penalty notices issued to employers who have not complied with their auto-enrolment duties increased sharply in the first quarter of 2015. Between 1 January and 31 March 2015, 198 fixed penalty notices were issued. Small employers (those with fewer Read more…
The Department for Work and Pensions has published its annual automatic enrolment evaluation report. The report uses the latest available research and analysis from a range of sources to show what has happened since automatic enrolment began. Key findings in the 2014 report include: Up to the end of September Read more…
Although small businesses will not be subject to the pensions auto-enrolment requirements until June 2015 at the earliest, they should nevertheless take note of a recently published Pensions Regulator report. The report highlights key points for employers to consider to ensure they comply with their auto-enrolment duties. It suggests that Read more…