New regulation is introduced twice a year, on 1 October and 6 April.  A full list of updated and new regulation is available from the Department of Business Innovation and Skills.

Of particular note and changes to National Minimum Wage and tips. NMW has increased to £5:80 for workers over 22, and £4:83 for workers 17-21, £3:57 for workers who are over compulsory school age but under 18. Tips and service charges can no longer count towards NMW

There have also been changes under the Companies Act. Companies need to provide a service address for every director, and keep a separate record of residential addresses. Exemptions have been provided for business in some sensitive sectors. Changes have also been made to rules regarding viewing of company records.

For further information and to register for regulation updates, visit Business Link’s website.

Environmental guidance for your company can also be found on the NetRegs website, to help you meet your carbon emission targets.