Holiday Pay Record Keeping Changes from April 2026: What Employers Need to Know

From April 2026, expectations around holiday pay and leave record keeping are tightening. Here’s what UK employers need to know, what’s actually changing, and how to prepare.This blog explores the new rates, their implications for businesses, and practical strategies to prepare effectively for the upcoming changes.
This guide explains how salary sacrifice works, its benefits, and how your business can leverage it to stay compliant and cost-efficient.

Holiday Pay and Entitlement Reforms from 1 January 2024

The recent changes to National Insurance contributions for directors, particularly the introduction of “blended rates,” have undoubtedly generated some complexity. At Intelligent Payroll, we understand the challenges businesses and their directors face in navigating these intricate changes. Therefore, we aim to shed light on the new landscape and provide clear guidance.