According to software firm Sage 28% of firms are risking fines because they are unaware of the approaching deadline for submitting payroll year-end tax returns.

Many firms appear to be oblivious to the 19th May cut off point for PAYE returns and companies that miss the deadline date face potential fines of £100 per month the return is outstanding, per 50 employees.

The poll also confirmed that a number of firms are unaware that by the year 2010 it will be compulsory for all businesses to submit their payroll year-end returns via the Internet.  If you have fewer than 50 employees and you file online now, you will receive a tax free credit of £150 so it is worthwhile making that deadline! 

As an employer you are responsible for ensuring that your workplace is smoke free from 1st July 2007. It is important that you act now and start implementing changes in time for the new legislation.

Please be aware the legislation also prohibits smoking in work vehicles.

Tips for employers – to get you started.

• Develop and implement a smoke-free policy.

• Display no smoking notices where they are clearly visible to employees, customers and visitors while they are in the workplace.

• Remove all ashtrays from the workplace.

• Those in control of a no-smoking premises must be aware of the action required if someone contravenes the legislation whilst on their premises.

For further information and advice on the new legislation and action to take as an employer please visit http://www.smokefreeengland.co.uk/

Believe in yourself

" All highly successful people have three things in common.

First, they all believe in themselves - neither a bad day nor a great day will affect their self-belief.

Second, they're highly motivated, always pushing hard for the next level.

Third, they're naturally talented.

You might think that last factor is the most important of the three, but I don't think it is. "

Steve is now a renowned motivational speaker and is the headline speaker at Canary Wharf on 13th June. In this series of articles, Steve will focus on the 5 traits of a highly successful people and give a small taste of his presentation.

To attend the Javelin business conference and networking event in Canary Wharf for a special price of just £97 + VAT (full price £149 + VAT) please phone Jenny Foster on 01474 850154 or book online at www.javelinconferences.co.uk selecting A4G Solutions from the drop down box.

PS If you're coming, bring plenty of business cards!