All Company cars articles – Page 12
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ArticleCancer Research UK outsources company cars
Charity Cancer Research UK has outsourced its company cars to control costs, introduce fleet best practice and reduce administration.The organisation has outsourced the management of its 180 cars to provider Fleet Hire in order to run its scheme more efficiently.The charity operates a contract hire scheme, with a single badge ...
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ArticleBuyer's guide to car salary sacrifice schemes 2015
Despite worries over the future of salary sacrifice arrangements after the Government announced it intended to monitor such arrangements in its July 2015 Budget, car salary sacrifice schemes remain a popular choice with businesses and their employees.A report from consultancy firm OC&C in 2014 predicted car salary sacrifice could account ...
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ArticleThe Autumn Statement’s impact on employee benefits
On 25 November, chancellor George Osborne delivered the 2015 Autumn Statement and Spending Review. Below is a summary of all the key announcements impacting employee benefits:Osborne announced that the next two phases of minimum pension contribution rate increases under auto-enrolment will be pushed back to coincide with the tax year.The ...
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ArticleDiesel supplement to remain in company car tax to 2021
Autumn Statement 2015: The government will retain the diesel supplement in company car tax.There will be a 3-percentage point differential between diesel cars and petrol cars from April 2016 to 2021, when EU-wide testing procedures will ensure new diesel cars meet air quality standards under strict real world driving conditions.The ...
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58 per cent of teachers say they do not have employee benefits
More than half (58%) of teacher respondents say that they do not have employee benefits, according to research by fleet management firm Tusker.Its survey of 330 teachers also found that just 9% of respondents are satisfied with their current employee benefits package.The research also found:41% of respondents name pay as ...
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Analysis
48 - SG Fleet industry insight: turning car salary sacrifice on its head
When we speak to employers about car salary sacrifice schemes, the two main questions they typically ask are what if an employee leaves, and will there be a lot of administration? The answers depend on the scheme structure.There are two well-established ways to structure car salary sacrifice arrangements – novated ...
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ArticlePartnerships in Care sees 10% take up of car salary sacrifice
Healthcare organisation Partnerships in Care has seen a 10% take-up rate among staff who have registered an interest in its car salary sacrifice scheme, which launched in June 2015.The benefit was introduced after employee focus groups highlighted cars as a benefit that would be of interest to staff.Following consultations with ...
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ArticleParadigm introduces salary sacrifice car scheme
Paradigm Housing Group has launched a salary sacrifice car scheme for its 440 staff.The scheme, provided by fleet management firm TCH Leasing, offers employees a fully managed car for a monthly fee. The salary sacrifice arrangement includes insurance, service, maintenance and repair costs.Through the TCH Salsa scheme, staff at the ...
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Article88% would take up the offer of a company car
More than three-quarters (88%) of respondents would take up a company car if the option was offered by their employer, according to research by fleet management provider Lex Autolease.Its survey of 501 employees and 249 fleet managers also revealed that 64% of employee respondents that have a company car say ...
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National Grid renews salary sacrifice contract with Tusker
This article is written by our channel sponsor, Tusker. Following a rigorous tender process, Tusker is delighted to have once again secured the contract to provide SalarySacrifice4Cars for National Grid employees. National Grid is one of Tusker’s most successful schemes. The scheme, which is available to 10,000 employees through an ...
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ArticleWhat are some of the key issues impacting the fleet landscape?
If you read nothing else, read this…Environmental regulations and an increased focus on reducing carbon footprints have impacted the shape of the fleet landscape in recent years.Some international organisations are looking to harmonise their fleet policy across geographical locations. The industry has seen a shifting emphasis towards mobility.Regulation and compliancePaul ...
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AnalysisHow can the fleet industry help employers to control fleet costs?
If you read nothing else, read this…Looking at whole life cost can provide a more complete picture of spend and cost savings.Bringing together data on fleet, travel and expenses from across an organisation can help an employer to identify and control costs.The fleet industry can offer employers insights and share ...
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AnalysisHow can company car schemes meet the needs of a varied workforce?
If you read nothing else, read this…A vast range of cars are available through company car schemes to suit the various tastes, requirements and expectations of employees.Offering staff the choice they desire can enhance take-up and engagement, with company cars as a benefit.A scheme that appeals to all segments of ...
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Article3 Fleet debate leader column: Company car schemes can meet the needs of employers and their staff
Employers not only have to consider the lengthening age range of their staff, but also the diversity of employees’ aspirations, expectations, lifestyles and the variety of situations they may find themselves in: factors that cut across generational divides. The diverse requirements and desires of staff can extend to their approach ...
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ArticleFleet Debate 2015
The Employee Benefits’ Fleet Debate 2015 examines the latest fleet trends and issues, enabling employers to understand how company car schemes could work within their organisation.Read the digital edition of the Employee Benefits’ Fleet Debate 2015.The report includes the following articles:What are the key issues impacting the fleet landscape?How can ...
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Opinion
2 -Sponsor's comment - Cars remain a valued benefit
According to the Lex Autolease 2015 Report on motoring, published in September??, 59% of company car drivers and 20% of employees with privately owned cars say their car is absolutely essential to do their job. Cars remain central to the work life of many employees and while the company car ...
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Fleet debate - 14: What are the key benefits of salary sacrifice car schemes for employers and staff?
If you read nothing else, read this…Salary sacrifice arrangements offer tax advantages and enable both employers and staff to save on National Insurance contributions.Many schemes include insurance and maintenance benefits, reducing the costs associated with running a car.Car salary sacrifice schemes can equip employees with newer, greener and safer cars.Colin ...
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Case StudiesThe benefits offered by Peel Ports Group
PensionStakeholder pension scheme available for all UK employees.Minimum employee contribution set at 4%, with matching employer contributions of between 4% and 10%.Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance (PMI) available for all senior managers and executives.Health cash plan available to all staff as a core benefit.Eye care plan.Employee assistance programme (EAP).Group ...
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Case StudiesThe benefits offered by BNP Paribas
PensionMoving to one mastertrust defined contribution scheme by end of 2015 for all staff.Contributions vary by company: various contributory and non-contributory schemes.HealthcarePrivate medical insurance available through flexible benefits scheme.Income protection.Dental insurance: employer-funded in some companies.Eyecare voucher scheme.Critical illness insurance as a voluntary benefit.Health screening.Genetic testing.Employee assistance programme.Occupational health, including an ...