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New P45 Form Design – HMRC publishes revised specification

Monday, October 27th, 2008

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In response to concerns raised by payroll software developers about the font sizes specified for the A4-size plain-paper P45 that comes into use from the end of October, HMRC has published a revised detailed specification for the benefit of payroll software developers.  There is no change to the layout of the form, only a relaxation to the font sizes that may be used.  A further revision to the specification is also being prepared to make the plain-paper P45 identical in all respects with the pre-printed versions.  As a result of these revisions, some payroll systems will not be ready to provide the facility for employers to print out their own P45s until December or later.

Further information:
PAYE Online for Employers: technical specifications

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2 comments on “New P45 Form Design – HMRC publishes revised specification”

1. 
   Paula says:
   October 27th, 2008
   10:43
   

   Hi Guys

   Great blog but was wondering if when you refer to a post or page or other link, you can add the link in the post please? Hope that makes sense!

2. 
   Ian says:
   October 27th, 2008
   12:19
   

   Paula, the links are always provided, but not in the text of the post. Below the post, under “Further Information” you will find the link or links. Is that what you meant?