Blog3rd Apr 2026Employment Rights Act: 9 changes to prepare for this AprilThe Employment Rights Act has caused quite a stir, with many employers struggling to navigate this major overhaul to workplace rights. The legislation, which has been championed by the UK Government, aims to strengthen employment protections and drive economic growth. But the changes, coming into force throughout 2026…By Natalie O’HareView more
Blog1st Apr 2026Zero-hour agreements: key employment law changesThe long-awaited Employment Rights Act 2025 begins rolling out major changes next week. This week, the Guardian reported that the British Retail Consortium (BRC) has warned that the reforms to zero-hour agreements could put more than half of retail jobs…By Adam FlightView more
Blog16th Mar 20265 ways your organisation can support financial wellbeingThere are a lot of different factors that influence the well-being of your employees. Those can be social, mental, physical, and environmental, but the one that’s often forgotten about by organisations is financial wellbeing. For many, financial stress is something…By Richard PetrieView more
Blog3rd Feb 2026Employment Rights Act 2025: 5 ways employers can prepare nowA significant change to UK employment law is approaching. Both employers and employees will need to understand how the Employment Rights Act 2025 will impact them. The Act received Royal Assent in December 2025, with key changes being phased in…By Natalie O’HareView more
Blog18th Dec 20252025 Business Unit Year in ReviewBefore everyone’s out of office goes on and before we officially wrap up for the Christmas holidays, we wanted to take this time to reflect on the year we’ve had. 2025 has been transformative for AAB, from expanding into new…By Mark LappinView more
Blog23rd Jun 2025Gender Pay Gap Reporting: What’s changing for Irish businesses?The gender pay gap remains a barrier to true equality in businesses. Discrepancies in pay across genders continue to exist, which not only hinders individuals but also organisations. Ensuring your gender pay gap report is complete isn’t just a moral…By Eva ChambersView more
Blog11th Apr 2025Section 690 Changes for 2025/26: What employers need to knowIf your organisation has internationally mobile employees working in the UK, you could be affected by important changes introduced by HMRC to the previously known as ‘Section 690’ directive process. These updates, effective from 6 April 2025, aim to simplify…By Claudia ZwirnView more
Blog2nd Apr 2025A Guide to Understanding Norwegian Income Tax ReturnsAn important Norwegian tax reporting consideration for individuals who have worked in Norway or offshore on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (unless the individual is taxed under the Norwegian PAYE Scheme) is the requirement to complete and file a Norwegian income tax return…By Gillian ForrestView more
Blog1st Apr 2025Employment tax reporting deadlines: Are you prepared?The 5th of April is fast approaching, which brings the array of end-of-year reporting to HMRC! We have compiled a list of the key reporting deadlines which your business may need to be aware of in the upcoming months following the…By Niamh McKennaView more
Blog24th Mar 2025The Employer NIC Increase: 6 Ways You Can Mitigate the CostThe Autumn Budget 2024 announced major changes that will have far-reaching effects on both individuals and businesses alike. One of the most significant changes, coming in very soon, is the increase in employers’ NIC contributions. From April 6th 2025, the…By Joel Topham and Richard PetrieView more
Blog16th Dec 20242024 Business Unit Year In ReviewAs we close the chapter on another year, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on the progress, milestones, and opportunities that shaped our journey. Across our business units, 2024 has been a year of collaboration, growth, and delivering value where…By James Pirrie, Ian Bremner, Lauren McCluskey, Paula Fraser, Alasdair Green, Andrew Dines, David Purse, Alan Campbell, Neil Robb, Gordon Steele and Louise McCoshView more