Sewell Wallis

Are you sitting waiting for the Budget? There's some key changes coming in the Autumn proposals, and we, like a lot of other SMEs, are keen to see how they play out. In his speech on Monday afternoon, Starmer outlined big investments coming for public services, and insisted "fixing the foundations" of the country is the priority. The 2024 Budget will also be the first to be delivered by a woman. Tuesday afternoon saw the announcement that minimum wage will rise in April 2025, with hourly rates for over-21s set to go up to £12.21 an hour.

There's 3 days left until November 1st! In the meantime, as it's also Brain Tumour Awareness Week, let's talk about how Emma and Kayley smashed the Abbey Dash 10k and raised over £300 for Brain Tumour Research. Massive thanks to all those who've donated - keep your eyes peeled on our socials to see what we've got planned for November!

Some of our team recently visited The Ivy Asia in Leeds 🍜 On top of their breathtaking decor, delicious food and drinks and impeccable vibes, we have to talk about one thing - the service. We were looked after from the moment we stepped through the door; by the hostesses welcoming us in, by the wait staff and most importantly, by Henry and Larry, who were tasked with taking care of us, and did their job brilliantly, including surprising us with a huge dessert platter to apologise for a kitchen error that led to one of our main courses being delayed! If you're looking for an excellent dining experience in Leeds, don't miss this one!

Is the R&D tax credit regime done for? 📉 25 years ago, HMRC established this regime to support innovative UK businesses. It's played a crucial role in supporting but its effectiveness is increasingly questioned. According to a report released in July 2024 reveals a staggering £4.1 billion loss in tax revenues since 2020, mostly due to error and fraud. This has led to HMRC needing to intensify efforts to combat the problem, which has had unintended consequences, including discouraging many businesses which would have utilised the scheme. Read the full article in the comments ⬇️

We get a lot of brilliant feedback from the candidates we represent - this is the standard we work to, day in, day out. Kayley recently received this lovely feedback from a candidate she placed into a senior role. It speaks to how easy our team are to engage with, and how working with us can really help build your confidence. If you need a recruiter to work alongside and find you the right next step, we're here for you. Give our team a call or drop us an email. enquiries@sewellwallis.co.uk Leeds: 0113 242 1200 Sheffield: 0014 268 3313 #recruitment #recruitmentsheffield #recruitmentleeds #recruitmentyorkshire #yorkshirejobs

3 days left! ⏳ Time's running out to submit your entries to Yorkshire Accountancy Awards and be recognised as one of the region's leading firms! We're sponsoring one of the awards again, so get your nominations in to celebrate your success in 2024. Entries close on Friday 25 October, with the award ceremony next February. Link to enter is in the comments ✅

The government set out their 10-year industrial strategy recently 🏭 Labour is set to put jobs at the forefront, focusing on sectors with the highest growth potential. This includes sectors such as advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and digital technologies. This strategy aims to tackle barriers to investment - things like skills shortages, recruitment and infrastructure struggles. This strategy is ambitious but will prioritise factors that are important to the country, pushing forward towards economic resilience, and hopefully providing support for city regions and strategic industrial sites. Businesses are encouraged to contribute throughout the consultation process, which is open for the next month, closing on November 24th. Read more in the article in the comments 👇

FORE! ⛳ Take a bunch of recruiters, 18 holes of crazy golf and some delish mocktails, and what do you get? A stellar afternoon out at Junkyard Golf Club Leeds! 🌟 A few of our team met up in Leeds last week for a catch up - nothing better than putting the world to rights with the colleagues you don't see too often!

Sexual harassment legislation is changing this month. Do you know what the changes involve? New legislation coming in October 2024 will require UK employers to take "reasonable steps" to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Employers must act to prevent harassment, including from external individuals like clients. To prepare for this, organisations should be focusing on leadership, policies, training, reporting systems, and culture shifts. Read more about it in the CIPD article in the comments below.

It’s Wear it Pink Day for Breast Cancer Now 💕🌸 Our team have decked themselves out in every shade of pink today, to raise awareness for this life changing cause.