Long before controversial public sector IR35 reform was introduced in April, speculation was mounting that the private sector would face similar changes. And in fact, public sector reform was simply seen as a test-run for the private sector by many, writes Seb Maley, Qdos Contractor's CEO.While private sector IR35 reform has not yet been confirmed by the government, the rumour that this might well happen in time does have substance. Along with increasing media attention, private sector IR35 … [Read more...]
Every Friday is a Good Friday with ePayMe
There has been a lot of dispute in the media about the ‘true’ meaning of this bank holiday weekend, so we thought we might weigh in because we believe it’s ePayMe.We decided to write down some points to help you understand why ePayMe is the top payroll provider choice for all your temporary or contracting work this Spring.Efficient and knowledgeable team to make your payroll as hassle-free as possible. Affordable services that won’t break the bank. Succinct information keeping all … [Read more...]
The Sun Doesn’t Always Shine
IR35 Autumn Statement Public Sector (let's not forget the Private Sector) April 6th legislative change Apprenticeship LevyNot only have the above words been searched countless times on google, been on a plethora of agendas, they remain areas constantly being discussed.No longer a question of when or if the changes will be implemented or even delayed, the legislative landscape has changed – with changes implemented 6/4/17. If you’re not on the front foot now, there is still time, … [Read more...]
HMRC puts its own IT contractors inside IR35
The IR35 digital tool was delayed because the very IT contractors who built it quit the tax authority amid fears it would place them inside tomorrow's new legislation.In fact, the 18 limited company IT contractors who worked on the tool – the ESS – left HMRC on Friday before it was publicly unveiled, fearing for their own IR35 status.“This is why the launch date for the tool was delayed and also why HMRC have struggled to get it working properly,” said a PSC whose colleagues were on the … [Read more...]
An open letter to workers and contractors in the NHS
Dear NHS workers and contractors,We would first like to start this letter with saying thank you. Thank you for everything you have done, everything you continue to do and everything you will do as you continue to slave under the laborious and hard hours working for our National Health Service.After reading through articles by the BBC, Independent, Daily Mail and so on it is clear that you are seriously having a hard and worrying time working where you do. This past year has thrown … [Read more...]
IR35 Reform of Intermediaries Legislation: Public Authorities
HMRC has published an update on it's Off-payroll working in the public sector: reform of intermediaries legislation page to include further information for public authorities. Gov.co.uk states under Public Authorities: "For the purpose of this reform, a public authority means a public authority as defined for the purposes of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002.This definition covers government departments and their executive agencies, many … [Read more...]
We challenge you, to challenge us!
Are your preferred payroll partners providing true value to your business and your candidates? We have worked with a number of new clients recently and found that many providers on their PSL have in actual fact been causing more bad than good! We challenge you, to challenge us! We will not, and have not, to date, been beaten on service, reporting, price and compliancy combined.How many providers on your preferred supplier list (PSL) or approved supplier list (ASL) are simply “keeping their … [Read more...]
IR35 inspectors to probe public PSCs retrospectively
Personal service companies deemed inside the public sector’s April 6th off-payroll rules risk having their entire history of contracts probed under IR35, not just those after the date.Most at risk of being investigated under IR35 retrospectively are the ‘pre-April 6th’ contracts the PSC has with the public client, who deems the rules to apply to the PSC ‘post-April 6th.’This was the assessment yesterday from three separate experts on the incoming rules; status advisory Bauer & … [Read more...]
No More Hiding
Two things in the coming weeks are certain;1. Christmas is on its way2. We will soon be in 2017“You can’t hide” (from the above), and nor can providers continuing to operate in murky waters (the net continues to close). Compliance is King – ePayMe understands this. Ensure you are engaged with a payroll partner whose reputation precedes them whilst delivering a “customer first” mentality.ePayMe, along with their client base are working tirelessly to ensure 2017 starts off at … [Read more...]
Do you operate within the Public Sector?
Last Monday saw the release of the HMRC’s draft finance bill, detailing the reforms as to how the IR35 legislation must be operated in the public sector from April 2017.There have been strong reactions from industry bodies to the Government’s new ‘Draft provisions for Finance Bill 2017’, nearly 400 pages of new tax legislation setting out the draft provisions for technical consultation, including changes to National Insurance contributions, clampdown on salary sacrifice contracts for new car … [Read more...]