While the Great War and World War 2 caused personal tragedy, hardship and upheaval for the British public, the conflicts also had a lasting effect on our nation's banking system. Before the 1914-18 war, financial institutions hadn't changed since the Victorian era. New technology, such as typewriters and telephones, were starting to be used, but banks in general had remained the same since the 1870s.

Being a self-employed courier driver can be a lucrative source of income, as the demand is high, due to people deciding to skip the shops in favour of purchasing online instead. We've seen a continual growth in online shopping and a connected need for reliable delivery services in recent years.

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Payroll is crucial to the smooth operation of any business, as it calculates how much each employee needs to be paid, how much tax and National Insurance should be deducted and reports the employees' pay details to HMRC.