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HSE Guidance on working in hot temperatures
Employers must ensure workers are protected during hot weather.
There's no law for maximum working temperature, or when it's too hot to work, because every workplace is different.
HSE's website has a practical step guide on temperature in the workplace.
Article added 10th July 2025
Changes to HMRC Late Payment Penalties
New late payment penalties were introduced for VAT and income tax Self Assessment following the 2025 Spring Budget, and the following article by insurance company, Simply Business provides a useful overview of the changes and explains when penalties might become payable:
Simply Business Article about Late Payment Penalties
Article added 27th May 2025
Free Cyber Security Training for employees
The National Cyber Security Centre is offering a free online training package that employers can make available to staff, covering top tips for managing cybersecurity risks.
For further information, visit the NCSC Website
Article added 27th May 2025
Learn Devon have launched a series of short, free online workshops designed for those who are self-employed or are considering going into business:
- First steps to writing a business plan – starting Thursday 5th June from 10.30am t0 12.30pm. Delivered over 3 sessions.
- Introduction to creating a profit and loss statement for your business – starting Thursday 26th June from 10.30am – 12.30pm. Delivered over 2 sessions.
- First steps to developing a logo for your business – starting Tuesday 1st July from 6pm t0 8.30pm. Delivered over 5 sessions.
- Thinking about self-employment – starting Thursday 10th July from 10.30am t0 1pm. Delivered over 1 session.
For further information, visit the Learn Devon website
Article added 27th May 2025
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