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…
Balancing Work and Life: Accessing Legal Support When It Matters
Contracting and freelancing often come with flexibility. However, that flexibility doesn’t mean personal challenges align neatly with project…
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…
How the 2026 Umbrella Reforms Could Reshape Contractor Pay
The UK umbrella sector is set for major change. With the Government planning to introduce new umbrella company…
Umbrella Company Holiday Pay: How It Should Be Calculated (and Common Tricks to Watch For)
Umbrella workers have the same right to paid holiday as any other employee. The trouble is that holiday…
