The Battle of the Sexes rages on; but is anyone really winning?
May, Merkel and (possibly) Clinton represent a huge change in our attitudes towards women and power. But despite women reaching new political heights, there remains gender inequality in the work place. The World Economic Forum estimated last year that it will take 118 years before women can expect equal pay to men at current rates of change. Why are we so unwilling or unable to bridge the...Read More
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Why practice owners could be at risk of HMRC fines
DENTAL BULLETIN, ISSUE 33 Correctly categorising staff members can avoid HMRC fines Do you employ associates and hygienists? Are they treated as self-employed or employees? Ensuring that you have correctly categorised your staff for tax purposes is extremely important. If you get this wrong you will be liable to pay PAYE contributions, interest due on payments and even HMRC fines,...Read More
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Is your practice compliant with disability laws?
DENTAL BULLETIN, ISSUE 32 Anyone who provides a service to the public has a duty to make reasonable adjustments. This encompasses dentists and dental practices. If you fail to comply with this duty the patient with the disability can issue a claim against you in the County Court for discrimination and seek to recover damages, which can include an award for injured feelings. As if this was not...Read More
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