Are umbrella companies illegal?
Amazingly, “are umbrella companies illegal” is a very commonly searched phrase on Google. Therefore, we wanted to discuss…
How does IR35 apply when working through an umbrella company?
If you’re a contractor, freelancer or temporary worker, you should be up to speed with IR35 and how…
The LITRG share several tips to help contractors find compliant umbrella companies
The Low Incomes Tax Reform (LITRG) has unveiled several valuable tips to help contractors pick a reliable umbrella…
Is there such thing as an umbrella company discount?
There are hundreds of umbrella companies in the UK – over 500 to be precise. However, with so…
10 reasons to choose a compliant umbrella company
The coronavirus pandemic has significantly impacted the world, and especially the UK’s temporary workforce. However, while it may…
10 pieces of useful umbrella company advice for contractors
If you’re new to umbrella companies, there is a lot of information to take on board. However, you’ve…
Professional Passport release report on umbrella companies: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Professional Passport, payroll intermediary compliance specialists, has released a thorough report on umbrella companies. In the 38-page document,…
It’s not the umbrella company’s fault you’re inside IR35!
We’ve noticed a lot of contractors moaning about their umbrella company because of pay retention. Nobody wants to…
REC calls for HMRC to set up dedicated umbrella company hotline to easily report malpractice
The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) has suggested that HMRC set up a dedicated umbrella company hotline to…
The truth about umbrella companies in 2021
Shock! Umbrella companies are in the news again. It's mightily frustrating to read that some umbrellas out there…
Compliant umbrellas help the government and don’t contribute towards lost tax
Non-compliant umbrella companies are causing havoc in the industry. However, it’s worth remembering that compliant umbrella companies help…
Greedy contractors could be fueling tax avoidance schemes
We’re grateful to have some friends within the umbrella company marketplace who are well-positioned to share valuable experiences…
