The government introduces new measures to clamp down on promoters of tax avoidance schemes

The government introduce new measures to clamp down on promoters of tax avoidance schemes

To clamp down further on promoters of tax avoidance, the government is consulting on new draft…


Pensions with an umbrella company – a quick guide for contractors

Pensions with an umbrella company – a quick guide for contractors

When you join an umbrella company, the umbrella becomes your employer, and you become an employee.…


The FCSA updates Codes of Compliance to make them “tougher” and “more transparent”

The FCSA updates Codes of Compliance to make them “tougher” and “more transparent”

To further safeguard the temporary staffing sector, the Freelancer and Contractor Services…


Using an umbrella company for the first time: 10 useful tips for contractors

Using an umbrella company for the first time: 10 useful tips for contractors

Demand for umbrella companies has risen considerably since the government changed off-payroll…


The government to launch a new single enforcement body to protect the rights of employees

The government to launch a new single enforcement body to protect the rights of employees

The government has announced it will be launching a new, single enforcement body for employment…


How to find a compliant umbrella company

How to find a compliant umbrella company

It’s more important than ever to ensure you use compliant umbrella companies. A recent report by…


REC urges HMRC to set up a dedicated umbrella company hotline - FI

REC urges HMRC to set up a dedicated umbrella company hotline

In a recent press release, the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) calls upon HMRC to set…


Keep track of this summer’s tournament with our free Euro 2020 wallchart

Keep track of this summer’s tournament with our free Euro 2020 wallchart

Three years ago, we created a free to download World Cup wallchart. We won’t go as far as to say…


What are the Conduct Regulations, and should you opt-in or out?

The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations 2003, or more commonly…


Mini umbrella companies make the headlines again as HMRC lose out on millions of tax - FI

Mini umbrella companies make the headlines again as HMRC lose out on millions of tax

An investigation into mini umbrella companies conducted by BBC Radio 4's File on 4 found that over…