Barrister Named in HMRC Tax Avoidance Crackdown — A First for the Profession
In a landmark move, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has publicly named a practising barrister as a promoter…
Status Determination Statement (SDS): A Contractor’s Guide
What is a Status Determination Statement? A Status Determination Statement (SDS) is a formal document issued by the…
HMRC August 2025 Update: Four More Companies Named for Suspected Tax Avoidance
HMRC has once again expanded its list of named tax avoidance schemes, adding four more companies in the…
Understanding Your Umbrella Contract: A Complete Guide for Contractors
Understanding Your Umbrella Contract When working through an umbrella company, your umbrella contract is one of the most…
How Umbrella Companies Handle Tax and Compliance
Working as a contractor through an umbrella company comes with significant advantages, especially when it comes to handling…
iConsult Umbrella Enters Liquidation: What Contractors Need to Know
On 21 August 2025, iConsult Umbrella (iConsult Payment Solutions Limited) officially entered liquidation. The company’s website now carries…
Learn About IR35 and Umbrella Companies: A Guide for Contractors
What is IR35? IR35, or the off‑payroll working rules, is UK tax legislation designed to distinguish between genuine…
Contractor Notice Periods: Understanding Agency, Client and Umbrella Terms
Why notice periods matter to contractors When taking on a contract through an agency or directly with a…
Making Tax Digital Self Assessment: What’s Changing from April 2026
The way millions of people file their Self-Assessment tax returns is about to change. From 6 April 2026,…
How New Legislation Will Benefit FCSA Umbrella Companies
Reform is Coming — and It Could Be a Positive Shift New legislation to regulate the umbrella company…
National Minimum Wage April 2026: Forecasted Rise and What It Could Mean for Contractors
Background to the Forecast The Low Pay Commission (LPC) has been asked by the UK Government to recommend…
What Is the FCSA and Why Does It Matter?
Understanding the FCSA If you’re a contractor or an agency involved with umbrella companies, the question “What is…
