Everything you need to know about non-compliant umbrella companies
Embarking on a contracting career in the United Kingdom requires a keen understanding of umbrella companies’ pivotal role…
Government U-turn announced as IR35 repeal (off-payroll working rules) is scrapped by new Chancellor
New Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt has announced the government will not be repealing the off-payroll working…
Contractor UK brings ‘sham’ umbrella company accreditation body to light in alarming article
As if choosing a compliant umbrella company isn't difficult enough! There are over 500 umbrellas in the UK,…
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',…
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 –…
IPSE release report examining the attitudes and concerns of umbrella company workers
The Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE) has released a report which looks at the attitudes…
Why is the umbrella company marketplace compared to the “wild west”?
The umbrella company sector has recently come under scrutiny from several stakeholders. Some have gone as far to…
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…
Self Employed Workers Need a Holiday, Says Study
“Rain, rain, go away, come back another day,” said the frustrated self employed worker who was tired of putting their umbrella up and down.
Late Payment in Scotland…No More?
Umbrellas are very popular in Scotland. “It rains a lot.” Umbrella Companies are not so popular, but we do have a small but loyal following.
162 Million Are Independent Workers, But…
The Association of Independent Professionals and the Self Employed, AKA IPSE, recently looked more closely at independent workers...
