Contractors are doing well despite the slow growing economy
Despite the slow growth in the UK economy, contractors such as those working through umbrella companies are doing surprisingly well, according to a new survey by the PCG.
What is going on with the Agency Workers Regulations?
The Daily Telegraph recently published a story suggesting that the Agency Workers Regulations may be watered down or even dropped.
Are umbrella companies prepared for pensions auto-enrolment?
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 we losing a generation of graduates?
A lack of internships and entry-level jobs could lead to a lost generation of graduates, HR directors are warning.
Umbrella companies warned on using expense scheme
HMRC has issued a warning to recruiters, including umbrella companies, against the adoption of a new business model for travel and subsistence.
Limited Company? Umbrella? Self-Employed Umbrella?
If you are entering into a contract with an agency you will no doubt have been faced with the daunting options of choosing your route - either going PAYE directly with the agency, going limited or using an umbrella company.
Recruitment agencies can help government ICT strategy
The government must make good on its promise to open up the market if recruitment agencies are to help implement its ICT strategy, according to the REC Technology group.
Do global recruitment levels signal good times ahead for umbrella companies?
Antal International’s latest global snapshot of employment markets shows that hiring activity rose slightly in the last quarter.
SMEs are keeping the UK’s head above water
The Department for BIS recently published statistics which show just how dependant the UK economy is on small businesses. In fact SMEs provide 60% of all the UK’s employment.
Are intra-company transfers rules affecting umbrella companies?
The Rt Hon Margaret Hodge MP has said the point based system for immigration has room for improvement, especially when it comes to the rules regarding intra-company transfers.
David Gauke states his commitment to overhauling IR35
HMRC should focus on detecting genuine cases of disguised employment rather than jumping to the conclusion that all freelancers are subject to IR35 rules, according to the REC.
The Agency Workers Regulations are causing concern for umbrella companies
Lawspeed, the recruitment law specialist firm, claims there could be a conflict of interest between HR and finance departments when the Agency Workers Regulations are enforced in October this year.
