Participators of behind-closed-doors research into IR35 and employment status that HMRC commissioned have spoken out from the shadows, due to dissatisfaction with the department.Called to the Revenue’s offices to help it develop the IR35 digital tool, which is meant to be launched before April, an accountancy firm accused the tax staff it met of a worrying level of naivety.“They still look at assessing IR35 status by thinking everybody operates in exactly the same way,” the firm said, … [Read more...]
Jobs of the future may not have stable hours, holiday pay, sick pay, or pensions, DWP secretary says
Damian Green describes development in the labour market as 'exciting'.Jobs of the future may not have stable hours, holiday pay, sick pay, or pensions, the Work and Pensions Secretary has said.Damian Green described the trend in employment practices towards the so-called “gig economy” as “exciting” and said the changes had “huge potential”.The Cabinet minister’s endorsement of the approach comes a month after an employment tribunal found that drivers for the Uber car service should … [Read more...]
Know your status, Know your rights
It’s been a particularly crazy couple of weeks; Uber, Delivery firm Hermes, Deliveroo and Amazon. Whilst this ever growing list will no doubt expand further, partnering with a reputable and credible payroll provider will help mitigate this risk.Highlighted below is an overview of recent cases;The Uber tribunal concluded that Uber drivers should be classified as “workers” rather than self-employed, meaning they will be entitled to certain statutory rights such as minimum wage. Commenting … [Read more...]
“Self Employed” – Are you sure?
Today’s blog focuses on the events/PR sector. Whilst no different to any other sector, adherence to the numerous, and often complex HMRC guidelines/requirements require focus and close attention.Whilst “cheap” is no doubt good for the bottom line, does this provide longevity in either the solution of the long term for a business?At ePayMe, we work with many within this sector. Similarly, we speak with a plethora of prospective clients and come up against a couple of common themes, but … [Read more...]
ePayMe in partnership with racing driver Clayton Kingman
We are thrilled to announce our partnership with racing driver Clayton Kingman. Clayton will be heading to Anglesey to take part in the Race of Remembrance this weekend (11th - 13th November 2016) and we are delighted to be sponsoring him for this special event.Clayton is known, not just for his racing talent, but for his 'Twitter to Track' story which has inspired many others to follow in his footsteps.45 teams will embark on a 1,000km endurance race with over 150 drivers competing … [Read more...]
HMRC ‘unwilling to give any steer’ on IR35 changes
The taxman is “unwilling to give any steer” on his approach to April’s IR35 changes to the very parties who will be liable and responsible for those changes, an agency body alleges.This current reticence by HMRC to provide the parties with the “real detail” on how the new rules will work makes it probable that it won’t be released until next year, says APSCo.The agency body reached this conclusion after it held a meeting with the Revenue’s policy officers Neil Chattell and Julie De … [Read more...]
97% of contractors much happier than employees, says new survey – find out why
Satisfaction levels amongst contractors are significantly higher than those of permanent employees, as more workers around the globe choose to make the leap into flexible working.The findings in ‘Independent work: choice, necessity and the gig economy’ – a study by McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) – show that 97% contractors are much happier than their permanent counterparts, recording greater satisfaction levels in almost every aspect of their work.The report also shows that:Up to … [Read more...]
HMRC launches new employment status unit
Recruiters have been urged to review their practices to ensure individuals are not being misclassified as self-employed.The warning comes from employment lawyers after it emerged HM Revenues & Customs is launching a specialist unit to investigate firms suspected of withholding employment protection from workers, by using agency staff or calling them self-employed.The move was confirmed last week in a letter from financial secretary to the Treasury, Jane Ellison, to Labour MP Frank … [Read more...]
Pension Re-enrolment is here!
We can’t believe that it’s been 3 years since we first completed Auto Enrolment. This means those who have opted out previously and more than 12 months ago, will be re-enrolled if eligible. Here’s what the Pensions Regulator says about re-enrolment:Every three years you must put certain staff back into a pension scheme. This is called ‘re-enrolment’.Your re-enrolment duties must be carried out approximately three years after your automatic enrolment staging date.Your … [Read more...]
World Teacher’s Day, are you celebrating?
We would love to hear what everyone is doing for World Teacher's Day, send in your stories for a chance to win a prize for the best teachers tales to us!*So how did World Teacher's Day transpire?World Teachers' Day, held annually on October 5 since 1994, commemorates teacher organisations worldwide. Its aim is to mobilise support for teachers and to ensure that the needs of future generations will continue to be met by teachers.According to UNESCO, World Teachers' Day represents a … [Read more...]