BUSINESSES in Warrington affected by changes in various legislation including the minimum wage, pension schemes and insurance can get free advice on line thanks to Business Link.
The details of legislative changes that may affect businesses in Warrington and Cheshire have been posted on their
website www.businesslink.gov.uk/northwest/ccd.
The changes are all due to come into force on October 1 which is the second Common Commencement Date (CCD) of 2008.
This event, which happens twice a year, is where key Government departments issue new regulations and make changes to existing ones. Some of these changes simplify existing legislation for businesses.
Changes to legislation are expected to cover the following areas:
*The national minimum wage
*Occupational pension schemes
*Employers’ liability compulsory insurance
*Trade marks and trade mark applications
*Limited liability partnerships
*Doorstep selling
As a free and impartial Government-funded service, Business Link is a clear and authoritative resource which helps
businesses understand regulations that apply to them and how to comply.
Peter Watson, Managing Director at Business Link Northwest said: “Clear guidance on regulations is one of the many benefits businesses get from using Business Link. We know that this is important information which users value, particularly this alert on new regulations.”
Businesses of all sizes can also register to receive email alerts on the new regulation updates.
Go to www.businesslink.gov.uk/northwest/ccd for further information.
