Payroll is one of the most critical functions in any organisation—yet it’s also one of the most time-consuming, complex and closely regulated. Between evolving legislation, tight deadlines and the need for absolute accuracy, managing payroll in-house can quickly become a significant drain on resources. More and more businesses are now choosing to outsource this essential task, and the benefits are clear.

The Minister for Finance and Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Services, Reform and Digitalisation delivered Budget 2026 this afternoon, outlining a package aimed at supporting housing delivery, easing pressure on the hospitality sector, and maintaining stability in the business tax environment. While many measures were anticipated, one unexpected development takes effect immediately.

From June 2025, new rules now apply to Gender Pay Gap (GPG) reporting in Ireland, which may impact your company. For the first time, companies with 50 or more employees are required to publish their pay gap data, bringing a wider number of employers into the threshold for reporting. This is a significant shift, designed to bring greater transparency, fairness, and equality into the workplace.