Manage and pay staff as they return to work through COVID-19
Xero Payroll’s flexibility in managing employees' working hours and updated statutory sick pay functionality means you can pay staff during these challenging times, in line with recent government legislation.
Return to work with flexible furlough: The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme now helps employers manage their employees return to work part-time whilst ensuring employees continue to receive the same level of financial support. Flexible furlough enables employees to receive full pay for actual hours worked, plus 80% wage subsidy for the balance of their usual working hours.
Changes to statutory sick pay: We’ve added 'COVID-19 self isolation' as a sick leave option for employees who are required to self-isolate, so they can earn sick pay from day one instead of the usual four consecutive days.

Do pay runs effortlessly
With payroll and accounting software, you can easily enter a pay run, make bulk payments and email or print pay slips for employees.
Smarter and easier
With online payroll you're always using the latest tax tables. Web access gives employees self-service, making their life and your life so much easier.
Advanced payroll integrations
For complex needs, like tax and leave calculations, Xero's payroll and accounting software integrates directly with top payroll systems.
Plans to suit your business
All pricing plans cover the accounting essentials, with room to grow.
Our most popular plan Standard
£26
GBP per month
Good for growing small businesses.
Ultimate
Good for larger employers and more complex small businesses.
Ultimate
£49
GBP per month
- Everything from Premium
- Payroll for up to 10 people
- Expenses for up to 5 people
- Projects for up to 5 people
- Advanced insights with Analytics Plus
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