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Tax advice
Hi, I left a company in December and by the middle of January I still had not recieved my P45. I called my previous payroll and they said they had not been informed of my departure. Therefore, everything I had been paid in December I would now owe. I agreed that there would be no hassel and I would pay the money back. I…
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Help and advise needed about dodgy reference
Hi just wonder what you guys think of my following reference situation:Over a year ago I resigned from a job (on the agreement from a senior manager in writing) that I would get a neutral reference. As part of this agreement I agreed to drop my work greviance as I had concerns about miss management and bad practices by my…
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Reference problems
Hi just wonder what you guys think of my following reference situation: Over a year ago I resigned from a job (on the agreement from a senior manager in writing) that I would get a neutral reference. As part of this agreement I agreed to drop my work greviance as I had concerns about miss management and bad practices by my…
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Poundland ruling - government slave labour camp
What does everyone think of this judgement on work for your benefit programme? http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2013/feb/12/poundland-ruling-government-work-schemes?mobile-redirect=false
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Graduate wins appeal.
Have you seen this on the news today. I'll let you read it. http://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/graduate-wins-appeal-over-unpaid-103149658.html
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Can they drop my money ?
I work with a group of 28 and it has just come to notice that 2 of us are on £750 per year more than every one else...they are going to go to H R to say that they want the same money for doing the same job ( fair enough )...can the company freeze our pay untill every one catches up..or can they cut our money..we have done…
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voluntary redundancy
I am being transferred to a new employer under TUPE legislation. As I havent worked for the old company for 2 years should I put myself forward for voluntary redundancy ? Going to work for the new company isnt an option for me and I wont qualify for statuary redundancy.
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What is the best way of obtaining the email address of the decision maker?
Hi folks I've been unemployed for a while and now thinking of emailing speculative letters with my cv attached, to all the local employers? Could someone be kind enough to advice what is the best way to obtain the email address of the person who makes the hiring/firing decisions? Is it a good idea to phone up the company…
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HELP regarding JSA - first post
my wife has just been made redundant after 8 years working all above board on the books, she only worked 16 hours per week therefore earnt less than £5500 per year, the jobcentre have just told her that she isnt eligible for JSA due to class 1 NI contributions. is this right?? please help thanks a lot in advance
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Training grant?
Hi. Can anyone help me to find out if there may be any kind of grant I can claim for equipment needed to do a college course ? I have been on ESA for over 52 weeks, am single and want to go to college part time to do a dog grooming course. The kit has to be purchased before the course begins but is £ 425.00 ..... can I get…
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Applying for a job with no direct experience?
I’ve seen a job advertised (via an agency) which sounds interesting. Thing is I don’t have any direct experience and from the wording of the advert it’s not clear whether experience is essential or not. I have loads of office admin experience, but not specifically payroll or human resources. Is it possible to teach someone…
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Absence questions on application forms
Hi folks, I'm looking for some advice! I'm currently signed off work with stress/anxiety, much of which is related to a family bereavement and the associated ongoing inquest and civil action. I've been using the time to search for a new job, as my current one isn't terrifically exciting and leaves me a lot of time to spend…
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Holiday Entitlement Pro-Rata
I've been presented with two ways of working this out. I know which one I think is correct, but I'm being challenged on it, so am hoping someone can clarify. Background Info Full time employees work a 40 hour week (over five days Monday to Friday) and get 28 days holiday, including eight days to be taken on bank holidays.…
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Becoming Self Employed, how much will I take home?
Hi, I'm trying to figure out how much cash in the pocket I would have if I went self employed, but struggling a bit as I've no idea about how to calculate it. I have 3kids all under the age of 12(shows how old the username is) wife is a housewife (no part time job) we rent £600 Pm Council tax is £1350 Pa If work from home…
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Do owners of care homes make a lot of money?
Hi folks Do owners of care homes make a lot of money out of it? If so, in what way? Thanks
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When do I have to start charging VAT?
Hello! I am self employed and this financial year I have averaged a gross income of aprox £7000 per month and a net of aprox £6500. So, when do I have to start VAT? There is a certain amount you have to earn before you charge it isn't there...? If this is the case do I have to calculate the net or gross of what is paid to…
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Online/Cheap training opportunities?
Hi All, I was just wondering about peoples experiences of and any links to online/cheap/free training resources that could strengthen a CV for any prospective job seekers or those who just want to keep our brains happy :) I heard itunes have a new section up for educational resources on many subjects but i didnt look at…
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Workfare illegal? Apparently...
Just heard this on the radio...will be interesting to see how the Government react to this judgement. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-21426928
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dismissed for gross miscodnduct
hi,not sure if this is posted in right place, but here goes,i`ve been sacked for gross misconduct,appealed due this week,but company historically don`t reverse decisions,i`m going to take it to a tribunal. my question is i`m struggling to get a job,agencies don`t want to know when i mention gross misconduct. if i get a…
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Company Cars & NCD No Claims Discounts
Just a quick question if I may. We currently have 2 vehicles in our household and I am looking at a position that provides a company car that can be used for personal use. This means that I can sell my car, potentially saving 1000's per year. Then I got a little worried about my full NCD. With our remaining car, can we…
