Understand the difference and find out which is the right option for you. Opting to work through an umbrella company is an increasingly popular payroll option in the UK for temporary workers and contractors. However, the understanding of what this actually means for workers is still largely misunderstood. This article aims to highlight in simple terms the differences between umbrella companies and agency PAYE systems; their functions and how worker payroll is processed. This article … [Read more...]
Education Agencies, a Growing Trend geared towards Outsourcing Payroll
ePayMe National Account Director Paul Johnston explains the reasons behind the noticeable increase of outsourced payroll by education agencies. Since the start of COVID pandemic we have seen a substantial increase in education agencies that are outsourcing to umbrella services like ourselves to manage their internal payroll (PAYE). Paul outlines the many pros for agency workers when acquiring umbrella services.Since the termination of expenses back in 2016, many workers felt … [Read more...]
IR35 For Beginners
Do you need assistance understanding IR35? Are you unsure if you are affected? This IR35 for beginners infographic may help.Infographic: IR35 for beginnersIf you have any questions or concerns about your IR35 status then please do connect with us on 01252 863700 or email info@epayme.co.uk.ePayMe are one of the UK’s leading providers of compliant payroll services to contractors, temporary agencies and small businesses. Our bespoke systems utilise the latest software and link directly … [Read more...]
Effects of the Payroll working rule on education sites and employment agencies in the public sector research study 2017
The HMRC ahead of the 2021 IR35 roll-out, republished two 2017 research studies that investigated the effects of the payroll working rule in the public sector on education sites and employment agencies. In 2021 the HMRC commissioned IFF Research and Frontier Economics to gather evidence of longer-term effects of the off-payroll working reform implemented in the public sector in 2017. Findings for both reports combined were gathered from 51 quantitative and 40 qualitative interviews. … [Read more...]
A fair warning to IR35 non-compliers
The HMRC in a briefing issued last month announced how it will support IR35 affected organisations and intervene if 'deliberate defaulters' don’t comply. With the deadline April, 6th 2021 fast approaching the HMRC have issued a briefing, available on GOV.UK on how it will support affected organisations with IR35 reform changes. The HMRC also stated how they will intervene if IR35 non-compliers deliberately do not adhere to changes. Are you prepared? IR35 changes apply tomedium … [Read more...]
IR35 Case Study
Among other things, you’ll find that you’re not the first one who was ever confused and frightened and even sickened by human behaviour. J D Salinger.IR35 came into effect in 2000. Before the days of IR35, the most common way of operating as a contractor was as a self-employed individual. In the late 1980’s, HMRC introduced a new rule making any recruitment company engaging in self-employed workers, liable for any unpaid Tax if they failed to deduct full PAYE prior to payment to the … [Read more...]
IR35 reform, one month to go
With April the 6th looming, there is no room for anyone to be burying their heads in the sand! Not to worry though, here at ePayMe, our knowledgeable and dedicated team are on hand to answer any of your questions. There have been many questions and some debates surrounding the best route for your workforce to go down, once the changes have been implemented. We are sure many clients are aware outsourcing their payroll is the best option; Furlough, statutory payments, answering pay enquiries, … [Read more...]
Budget 2021 – The key points
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has just revealed the contents of his Budget in the House of Commons.Here are the key points: UK economy forecast to return to pre-Covid levels by middle of 2022 Annual growth set to rebound by 4% this year, followed by 7.3% growth in 2022 Unemployment expected to peak at 6.5% next year, lower than 11.9% previously predicted UK to borrow a peacetime record of £355bn this year. Borrowing to total £234bn in 2021-22 Debt as a share of GDP to fall … [Read more...]
Summer school catch up for pupils across England
The Government have announced an extra £420m in funding along with £300m announced for catch-up projects in January.The Prime Minister has stated the money would help ensure no child is left behind due to the pandemic.Schools will have the option to run summer classes for pupils who need it most, potentially starting with those who will be moving up to Year 7 at secondary school this year.Education Secretary Gavin Williamson said the average primary school would receive around £6,000 … [Read more...]
Furlough – the good, the bad and the misleading
With many temporary and agency staff not being able to continue to work as usual during the Covid-19 pandemic, we have seen a significant number of changes within the sector from recruitment agencies not wanting to operate internal PAYE and choosing to outsource entire books of workers, to contractors choosing alternative career paths to remain in employment. It’s fair to say the pandemic has caused some questions around how payroll providers can continue to support those affected by these … [Read more...]