We have put together this brief article to give you all the information you need to decide whether or not to transition into contracting if you are thinking about doing so. Why should you consider contracting? There are several benefits to taking on a contract role, including: You have considerably …
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After dozens of resignations, the inevitable happened, and Boris Johnson resigned as Prime Minister. With a new PM due to take control in August, the Conservative Party is undergoing a massive transition, including a new leadership race. In an honest and compelling article on Contractor UK, Matt Fryer, MD at …
The Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA) has recently updated its Codes of Compliance to ensure all members process holiday pay correctly and in the best interests of temporary workers. However, some stakeholders have responded negatively to the changes, suggesting the wording is a watered-down version of what should be …
The Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA) has recently updated its Codes of Compliance to clarify the confusion surrounding umbrella companies and holiday pay and to strengthen compliance by its members. However, the recent updates have been scrutinised by industry stakeholders. Contractor UK said the “FCSA rubbed out words proposed …
As if choosing a compliant umbrella company isn’t difficult enough! There are over 500 umbrellas in the UK, and while most are compliant, some are tax avoidance schemes preying on vulnerable contractors and freelancers. In an article by Contractor UK, a ‘sham’ accreditation body has been identified. If you’re a …
If you’re a contractor or freelancer, there are many rules and regulations to understand within your sector – especially when it comes to payroll. For example, with so many temporary workers finding themselves inside IR35 since recent changes to off-payroll working rules, hundreds of thousands of workers have been required …
10 organisations every contractor and freelancer should be following » Read the full story
The government has opened a consultation into the umbrella company marketplace, and it is seeking assistance from contractors, payroll providers and industry stakeholders. If you use an umbrella company or have feedback that could help the government, you’re being encouraged to participate. The more participants, the better the government will …
