Welcome 2026: What’s Changing for Contractors
The phrase contractor changes 2026 is already appearing more frequently — and for good reason. The year ahead…
New Year New Umbrella Checklist: Contractor Due Diligence for 2025
The start of a new year is an appropriate point for contractors to reassess their umbrella company arrangements.…
The Future of Contracting: Is the Umbrella Model Here to Stay?
The UK contracting market has changed dramatically over the last decade. Regulatory reform, tax legislation, and shifting attitudes…
Exclusive Interview with Chris Bryce – CEO of the FCSA
Following the recent Budget and with major legislative changes on the horizon, this exclusive Chris Bryce FCSA Interview…
How to Read a Key Information Document (KID): What Contractors Often Miss
Knowing how to read a Key Information Document is essential for contractors working through umbrella companies. The KID…
What Happens to Your Umbrella Employment When a Contract Ends?
When you work through an umbrella company, contracts ending is part of the job. Still, many contractors are…
HMRC Breaks New Ground: Employment Agency Named for Tax Avoidance Failings
In a major escalation of its crackdown on non-compliant payroll models, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has explicitly…
What Recruiters Must Know Before Referring Contractors to Umbrella Companies
Recruitment agencies play a far more significant role in the umbrella market than many realise. When an agency…
Umbrella Company “Pay Now, Tax Later” Schemes: Red Flags to Avoid
Contractors across the UK rely on umbrella companies for simple payroll, steady compliance, and peace of mind. Most…
HMRC November 2025 Update: Several New Companies Added to Avoidance List
HMRC has again expanded its public register of named tax avoidance schemes, promoters, enablers and suppliers. The latest…
How to Report Umbrella Company Misconduct to HMRC — Step-by-Step
The umbrella company sector plays a crucial role for thousands of UK contractors, but it’s also an area…
Umbrella Companies and Workplace Pensions: What You Need to Know About Auto-Enrolment
If you’re working through an umbrella company, you’re legally classed as an employee. That means you’re entitled to…
