A summary of the Autumn Statement 2023, announced by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt
On Wednesday, 22nd November, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered the Autumn Budget 2023 to Parliament and summarised the UK's…
Kate Cottrell, IR35 expert and founder of Bauer & Cottrell, has sadly passed away
IR35 expert and founder of Bauer & Cottrell, Kate Cottrell, has sadly passed away after a short illness.…
A recent survey identifies “worrying levels of non-compliance” within the umbrella company marketplace
ContractorCalculator, a well-respected news source for contractors and freelancers, has conducted a survey which has "uncovered alarming levels…
Everything you need to know about non-compliant umbrella companies
Embarking on a contracting career in the United Kingdom requires a keen understanding of umbrella companies’ pivotal role…
MJ Weemes acquires Optimum Pay Group’s renowned customer service team
MJ Weemes (Trading as Alliance Combined Services Ltd) Acquires Optimum Pay Group's Renowned Customer Service Team to Strengthen…
Help available for contractors impacted by MSC investigation with new pay-per-access MSC Support Platform
Churchill Knight & Associates Ltd, an established contractor accountant with 25 years of experience in the sector, has…
Free Rugby World Cup 2023 Wall Chart available to download now
The 2023 Rugby World Cup kicks off on Friday, 8th September, and we have created a free wall…
Have Optimum Pay Group stopped paying umbrella company employees?
[UPDATED 03/07/2023] We have encountered rumours that Optimum Pay Group, previously accredited by Professional Passport, has stopped paying…
SafeRec Certification – the new standard shaping the future of compliance in the umbrella company sector
If you are a freelancer, contractor or temporary worker payroll sector stakeholder, you may have heard of SafeRec.…
Umbrella company regulations are approaching as the government opens consultation
Exciting news - umbrella company regulations remain on the government's mind as a new consultation is launched to…
In our opinion, a £29.75 per week umbrella company margin is too high
We've heard reports that a leading umbrella has increased its basic weekly margin to almost £30. This is…
The government open consultation to discuss tougher consequences for promoters of tax avoidance schemes
Tax avoidance schemes remain a serious concern to stakeholders within the contractor payroll and staffing sector. While most…
