Pixie Payroll Services Ltd

27/05/2026

Well that was certainly a hot bank holiday weekend ☀️ now back to the important stuff!
Did you know?
🚗 Higher Tax Relief on Mileage Claims! (confirmed by HMRC)

New HMRC mileage rates backdated to 6 April 2026:

• 55p per mile (first 10,000 miles)
• 25p thereafter

Whoop 🙌🏼 drop us a message if you have any queries.

22/05/2026

Another bank holiday! We hope you enjoy it whatever you get up to, we'll be back on Tuesday!

21/05/2026

National adopt a dog day 😊🐶
These are some of our favourite clients 😉 look how happy Buddy is in his new 🏡!

19/05/2026

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If something at work is difficult, you are not expected to manage it alone.

For neurodivergent employees, reasonable adjustments such as clear instructions, changes to working arrangements or different ways of communicating can make day‑to‑day work more manageable.

Talking to your manager or employer about what helps you work well can be a positive first step.

16/05/2026

Happy Saturday and - ⏰ Payroll Deadline Reminder -

Month-end payroll is approaching. Double-check timesheets, overtime approvals and tax deductions before processing.
Accuracy today prevents headaches tomorrow.

11/05/2026

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Mental health at work matters all year round, but Mental Health Awareness Week is a useful moment to pause and reflect.

Work can support our mental wellbeing when communication is clear, expectations are reasonable and people feel treated fairly. But it can also become challenging if concerns are not recognised or talked about early.

Understanding mental health at work can help you recognise when you might need support from your employer, feel more confident having conversations, and know where to go for advice if something does not feel right.

Acas has free, impartial guidance to help employees understand mental health at work and what support may be available.

30/04/2026

For businesses in hospitality, retail, healthcare, and other fast-moving sectors, managing part-time, seasonal, and flexible workers is part of everyday operations. While these working arrangements offer flexibility for employers and employees alike, they can also create payroll challenges if not managed correctly.

We’ve put together some handy tips in our latest blog post to see you through the Cornish season from an employers perspective.

https://pixiepayroll.co.uk/blog/

28/04/2026

Managing payroll for part-time, seasonal, and flexible workers can be more complex than many businesses realise.

From holiday pay and pension auto-enrolment to minimum wage compliance and variable hours, getting payroll right is essential—especially in sectors like hospitality, retail and care.

We’ll be sharing a new blog soon covering the key things employers need to know, common pitfalls to avoid and how to keep payroll running smoothly.

Keep an eye on our page for more 👀

25/04/2026

We wish Amy the best of luck for this weekend at the London Marathon! 🍀

This weekend, Amy is running the London marathon for St Petrocs💛

After months of dedicated training, we are cheering Amy on and we hope you will too! Good luck Amy, you can do it!📢

All of the funds raised will go towards our work to end homelessness in Cornwall. Please write Amy a message, and support her fundraiser if you can, by clicking below 👇
https://ow.ly/FmTa50YOwFb

23/04/2026

The new tax year has introduced several key changes businesses should be aware of:

• Statutory Sick Pay now applies from day one
• National Minimum Wage rates have increased
• Continued shift toward real-time payroll reporting

These updates have direct implications for compliance, payroll accuracy, and cost management.

Now is a good time to review your payroll processes to ensure they remain efficient and up to date.