How is the cost of living crisis impacting the nation’s mental health?
The cost of living crisis has put a significant financial strain on families throughout the UK. In this…
The government adds five umbrella companies to its online list of tax avoidance schemes
On the 19th of January 2023, the government added five umbrella companies (or payroll providers) to its list…
Requesting a free umbrella company take-home pay calculation
Before joining an umbrella company, it is wise to request a free take-home pay calculation that will show…
How do you register with an umbrella company?
Registering with an umbrella company is straightforward and can be completed in no more than 15 minutes. However,…
The pros and cons of using an umbrella company in 2023
Umbrella companies remain a popular payroll provider for contractors and freelancers in the UK. However, how much do…
Help protect fellow contractors and freelancers and report non-compliant umbrella companies
The Freelancer and Contractor Services Association (FCSA) has recently launched a new whistleblowing hotline for contractors and freelancers…
A quick guide to help contractors pick a compliant umbrella company in 2023
It appears that a government-proposed “Single Enforcement Body” designed to monitor umbrella companies and maintain the highest compliance…
The FCSA concludes investigation into umbrella company Liquid Friday and alleged salary skimming
Over the last few months, a small number of umbrella companies have been accused of salary skimming and…
HMRC adds another payroll provider to its list of tax avoidance schemes
HMRC has added another new company to its list of tax avoidance schemes - which now consists of…
“Clear cut” evidence suggests FCSA accredited umbrella has been “unlawfully” withholding money from contractors
Contractor Voice has accused an FCSA-accredited umbrella company of unlawfully retaining the pay of the contractors it has…
New umbrella company forum launched by team at UCHQ
Umbrella companies are always a hot topic. With the payroll providers growing in demand, we wanted to create…
Government U-turn announced as IR35 repeal (off-payroll working rules) is scrapped by new Chancellor
New Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt has announced the government will not be repealing the off-payroll working…
