Off-payroll in the public sector came into effect a few years ago now, and the impact on the temporary workforce has been massive. Hats off to all the public sector organisations that took the legislation seriously and had reliable and efficient IR35 assessment protocols in place. Unfortunately, loads of companies […]
Hopefully a fair world awaits contractors after April 2021 » Read the full story
This week when speaking to a contractor, I got told: “your lot are finished, HMRC have seen to that.” Quite who my “lot” are, or how we have offended this gentleman – I don’t know. However, this did encourage me to go and do some research into what this chap
Umbrella companies aren’t finished yet – according to HMRC » Read the full story
While life appears to be returning to something approaching reality, the view ahead is not quite so cheery.
The future of the job market? It could go either way.. » Read the full story
Six months on from the introduction of the Agency Workers Regulations and its still pretty much business as usual as far as contractor demand is concerned.
Has AWR had any impact on the UK’s contractor workforce? » Read the full story
Clients who reduce IT contractor rates with the take it or leave it mindset could find themselves in trouble if contractors take them at their word and look for opportunities elsewhere.
Clients who cut contractor rates must expect an exodus » Read the full story
The Agency Workers Regulations should not prevent organisations using umbrella company contractors to build a flexible workforce, according to the REC.
Umbrella company contractors should not suffer because of AWR » Read the full story
The private sector is now using nearly as many interims as it did before the recession, according to the Interim Management Association.
Umbrella company contractor uses increases » Read the full story
Last week, the REC responded to the inquiry into workplace pension automatic enrolment, highlighting the challenges the reforms will pose for recruitment agencies that place temporary workers.
Are umbrella companies prepared for pensions auto-enrolment? » Read the full story
The latest Business Trends report from BDO shows that business confidence is plummeting as growth in the manufacturing sector seems to have stagnated.
What now for umbrella company contractors in the manufacturing sector? » Read the full story
Flex Plus recruitment consultancy has warned that the Agency Workers Regulations could drive up supply chain costs.
Supply chain costs could increase thanks to the AWR » Read the full story
A new report from APSCo suggests that temporary workers might be in for a hard time in the next few months.
Mixed messages for people on short-term contracts » Read the full story
The majority of employers are still not prepared for the impact the Agency Workers Regulations will have on their business, according to a new survey from the REC.
90% of employers still to set a plan for implementing AWR » Read the full story
The current transitional jobs market could prove to be a godsend for umbrella company contractors.
Transitional jobs market good news for contractors » Read the full story
Umbrella company contractors will no doubt be relieved to learn that confidence is improving amongst small business owners.
Employers are still keen to make use of contractors » Read the full story
As from October 2012, employers, including umbrella companies, will need to enrol their staff in a pensions scheme automatically.
REC plans pensions auto-enrolment workshop next month » Read the full story
Recruiters have reported that temporary workers and umbrella company contractors are now reluctant to travel long distances to get to work due to the increasing cost of fuel.
Increased fuel costs puts contractors off commuting » Read the full story
