19 August, 2026 4 min read How R Banks and Son Funerals Ltd supports its community Payroll used to take a full day at R Banks and Son Funerals. Now it takes hours. See how Sage gives Wigan's largest fune...
11 August, 2026 7 min read Curious about AI revolutionising payroll? Here’s what you can do today AI is quietly turning payroll from a monthly source of stress into a genuine business advantage. Here’s how you put it t...
5 August, 2026 9 min read What is a contract of employment? Learn what a contract of employment is, why they’re important, what they should include, and the different types of empl...
5 August, 2026 12 min read Contractor versus employee or freelancer: What’s best for your business? Hiring a contractor vs. an employee or a freelancer can have different benefits and trade-offs. Learn the differences an...
4 August, 2026 7 min read How Sage Payroll supports Darwin Education: A not-for-profit using sport to transform young lives Mainstream school doesn't work for every child. Natalie Wilsher founded Darwin Education to prove it doesn't have to, us...
27 July, 2026 12 min read What is the organisational skills gap and how can businesses close it? Discover how to identify and close the organisational skills gap. Learn practical strategies for workforce planning, ski...
22 July, 2026 7 min read SME Workforce Pulse research & how to recruit for an expanding business The latest SME Pulse data shows the East Midlands leading the UK on jobs and pay growth. Thinking of expanding there, or...
26 June, 2026 12 min read Payrolling benefits in kind: What’s changing from April 2027 and April 2028 Learn what payrolling benefits in kind means, how it works, and how to stay compliant with simple, actionable steps for ...
23 June, 2026 10 min read What is AI in HR and how can you use it responsibly? AI is quickly becoming part of everyday HR work. But while many HR leaders see its potential, just as many are concerned...
23 June, 2026 8 min read SME Workforce Pulse & how to plan pay rises you can keep giving Sage's research paints a picture of payroll conducive to planning pay rises for your employees. Here's how to go about i...
8 May, 2026 12 min read How many working hours in a year UK 2026 Whether you're managing projects or payroll, budgeting or planning, you need to know how many working hours in a year UK...
11 March, 2026 < 1 min read Tax year dates and deadlines UK 2026 All the key tax year dates and deadlines you should know in the UK, including what to do if you can’t pay, or if you mis...
10 March, 2026 1 min read The HR and Payroll Leaders’ Report: How 1,000 professionals are adapting to change Explore key insights from 1,000 HR and payroll leaders on workload, skills gaps, and AI. Download the HR and Payroll Lea...
17 February, 2026 11 min read How to calculate UK payroll taxes in 2026: A step-by-step guide for small business owners Learn how to calculate payroll tax, including income tax and NICs, with this step-by-step guide for small business owners.
16 February, 2026 10 min read What is payroll processing? How to process payroll Payroll processing doesn't have to be a headache. Learn how to navigate it efficiently while keeping your HR team stress...
2 January, 2026 13 min read Holiday entitlement calculator (calculate leave for employees) Find out how to calculate statutory leave entitlement and use our holiday entitlement calculator for how much leave your...
11 September, 2025 5 min read What good Learning and Development looks like: Microlearning means better ROI and happier employees Microlearning is an ideal way forward for L&D or HR teams to want to meet ROI tgargets and ensure knowledge and lifetime...
9 September, 2025 15 min read Shift pattern types: Which works best for your business? Explore common shift pattern types, compare their pros and cons, and find the best approach for your business to keep te...
1 September, 2025 9 min read HR compliance checklist: What UK employers need to know in 2025 Meet current legal obligations with this useful HR compliance checklist for UK employers. Learn what HR documentation, p...
29 August, 2025 8 min read How employer branding sets you up for top-tier staff Discover what employer branding means, why it’s crucial for attracting talent, and how to build an effective employer br...
28 August, 2025 10 min read How to support employee wellbeing in the workplace Learn what employee wellbeing means, why it’s essential, and how your workplace can promote mental, physical, and emotio...
28 August, 2025 8 min read Creating a positive work environment that inspires Explore how intentional leadership, psychological safety, and culture-first thinking create positive work environments t...
27 August, 2025 1 min read Succession planning: definition, purpose, and practical examples Learn what succession planning is in HR, why it matters for business continuity, and explore real-world examples and fra...
27 August, 2025 7 min read Top benefits of diversity in the workplace Discover how diversity in the workplace improves creativity, decision-making, innovation, and employee satisfaction acro...
