Contractors should never feel forced to use an umbrella company
Using an umbrella company is a popular payroll choice for tens of thousands of contractors and freelancers working…
Advice for contractors who think they’ve not received their fair share of holiday pay from an umbrella company
Compliant umbrella companies will not only explain how holiday pay works before you register with them, but they’ll…
Report by Committee of Public Accounts is “damning indictment of the IR35 rules”, says IPSE
In a report (25th May 2022) by the Committee of Public Accounts entitled 'Lessons from implementing IR35 reforms',…
Umbrella company fees: what do you need to know?
There is often a lot of confusion surrounding umbrella company fees, so we wanted to clarify any misunderstandings.…
HMRC name and shame three tax avoidance schemes
In an online corporate report ('Current list of named tax avoidance schemes, promoters, enablers and suppliers'), HMRC named…
10 organisations every contractor and freelancer should be following
If you’re a contractor or freelancer, there are many rules and regulations to understand within your sector –…
Umbrella company examples – the difference between a compliant umbrella and tax avoidance scheme
We’ve noticed that many contractors and freelancers are Google searching for ‘umbrella company examples’, and as a result,…
An Umbrella Company Comparison Guide
The umbrella company market is booming, and there are over 500 providers in the UK. With so many…
Should You Bother Transferring Umbrella Companies?
Transferring umbrella companies sounds stressful. However, you may be surprised to know that it’s pretty easy, and your…
The FCSA responds to the Queen’s speech: No Employment Bill is a “missed opportunity”
In a blog on the Freelancer and Contractor Service Association's (FCSA) website, CEO Chris Bryce explains how he…
We’ve Updated Our Umbrella Company Directory To Help You Identify Which Providers Are FCSA And Professional Passport Accredited
There are hundreds of umbrella companies in the UK, meaning it’s difficult to choose a provider you can…
What should you do if you receive inaccurate and unethical pay illustrations from an umbrella company?
The UCHQ team recently received an email from a concerned contractor. The message suggested an FCSA accredited umbrella…
