Option 1. A company director can take a salary of Â£10,000 a year (Â£833.33 a month) and pay no personal tax. They will however incur employees NI of Â£245.28 (Employers NI of Â£282.07 would be covered by the Â£2,000 Employment Allowance as detailed in the 2014 Budget).ou can opt for taking a salary of Â£663 a month, until the end of February 2015, then, if you then meet all the criteria mentioned in option 1 above, you can pay yourself a bonus of Â£2,707 in March 2015 to utilise the employers NI saving of Â£282.07.
4 Ways to Make Flank Steak More Tender. Flank steak is one of our favorite cuts of beef because compared to other cuts, itâs relatively inexpensive but just as flavorful. But as a lean cut with long muscle fibers, it can also start out pretty tough.Here are 4 ways to make your flank steak more tender:Marinate the steak in a mixture that includes some sort of acid (like lime juice, vinegar, or soy sauce) for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours. The acid will help break down some of the tough fibers.ost importantly, slice the steak against the grain which helps release the long fibers. Flank steak is a great cut to prep and serve to a crowd and takes well to strongly flavored marinades. With these tips and a quick sear on the grill, youâll have perfect, tender flank steak every time.
The cooking method London broil involves marinating flank steak and then grilling it or broiling it. The cooked steak is then thinly sliced across the grain so that it's easier to chew. If you see a cut labeled London broil at the supermarket, it's a good candidate for this marinating and grilling cooking method. You could also use it for stews or smaller braises. London broils, flank steak, and top round steaks are all generally less expensive because they are tough and lean.