Earn Avios on Payroll? Understand the VAT Risk

Some payroll platforms promise Amex points or Avios when businesses route salary payments through a card. But when VAT is added to wages and reclaimed, the potential tax exposure can be far greater than the value of the rewards.

CIS Changed on 6 April 2026

If you work in construction, whether you’re a main contractor running a team of subbies, a sole trader sparky who brings in extra hands for bigger jobs, or an accountant looking after construction clients, the Construction Industry Scheme changed significantly on 6 April 2026. This guide covers what you need to know.