A paperless childcare voucher scheme has been launched by the Grass Roots Group, a provider of business services. Under the 'care-4' system, once an employer has decided to join, participating employees simply advise the scheme's administrators of the amount that they wish to pay to their carers. Approved carers are registered with care-4 and receive their agreed payments directly in their bank accounts. Employees have a personal care-4 card and PIN to authorise the cash transfers, and can make authorisations via a 24-hour automated service or the website. The scheme brings a reduction in National Insurance contributions for employers, which can be passed on to the member of staff. For details contact Julie Barker on 01442 829 385, or see the websites www.care-4.co.uk or www.grg.com.
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