New government guidance designed to help employers and workers understand employment status and rights
The government has released comprehensive guidance (26th July 2022) to help businesses and workers understand employment status and…
The pros and cons of regulating the umbrella company sector
There has been a long-standing wish from numerous stakeholders in the temporary workforce sector for the government to…
The FCSA fights for contingent workers in response to lockdown #3
Nobody wanted a third lockdown, but after the rising numbers of coronavirus cases and associated deaths, the government…
The warning signs of a tax avoidance scheme
Using an umbrella company is a simple, hassle-free way to get paid as a contractor, and the majority…
Limited vs umbrella: which option should you choose?
Contracting through a limited company has many benefits, with the most obvious being the tax advantages for those…
A Quick Guide to Umbrella Company Expenses
If you are a director of your own limited company, you will probably be used to claiming tax…
Understanding umbrella company take home pay
One of the most frequently asked questions by contractors and freelancers before they register with an umbrella company…
Umbrella company benefits – 10 reasons why using a brolly is a good idea!
If you are new to the world of contracting, there are lots of different options to consider. Arguably…
How to properly shop around for an umbrella company deal
Everyone likes a bargain! As a result, you should absolutely look for an attractive deal from an umbrella…
How do umbrella companies work?
If you are new to contracting, have never used an umbrella company before, or are a director of…
Hopefully a fair world awaits contractors after April 2021
Off-payroll in the public sector came into effect a few years ago now, and the impact on the…
The future of the job market? It could go either way..
While life appears to be returning to something approaching reality, the view ahead is not quite so cheery.
