PAYE and payroll for employers

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Choose how to run payroll

You can operate PAYE by either:

  • paying a payroll provider to do it for you
  • doing it yourself using payroll software

Paying a payroll provider

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Some payroll providers can offer you more support if you need it, for example keeping employee records, providing payslips and making payments to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

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Running payroll yourself

You need to complete certain tasks to set up payroll and pay your employees for the first time. This includes registering as an employer with HMRC and telling them about your employees.

Exemptions to online reporting

You may be exempt from reporting payroll online if:

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HMRC has guidance if you believe you바카라 사이트檙e exempt and would prefer to report on paper.

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