As businesses continue to adapt to the evolving landscape of employment, many are turning to umbrella companies as a solution to streamline processes and manage their workforce efficiently. The HMRC publication dated 30/11/2023 sheds light on the responsibilities that businesses need to be aware of when engaging with umbrella companies. In this blog post, we will explore key insights from the publication and provide guidance for businesses to ensure compliance and successful … [Read more...]
HMRC Are Asking New IR35 Questions
The Taxman is asking new IR35 questions of clients whose contractors disputed their status and is quietly making changes to how he assesses end-client processes for handling contractor disputes over IR35 status, Treasury minutes reveal.The changes involve HMRC asking the client “specific questions” about their dispute-process and obtaining feedback on the volume of disputes; their outcomes, and if SDSs were altered.'Demands and questions from HMRC' “A list of all contractors – along … [Read more...]
National Insurance rise to be reversed in November
A 1.25% rise in National Insurance will be reversed from 6 November and the government will axe a planned tax rise to fund health and social care.The NI rise was introduced in April under former chancellor Rishi Sunak, but during the Tory leadership race Liz Truss pledged to change it.New chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng made the announcement ahead of a "mini-budget" on Friday.He said: "Taxing our way to prosperity has never worked."To raise living standards for all, we need to be … [Read more...]
Support package for over 50s jobseekers
On the 4th July the Government announced a new support package to tackle unemployment amongst the over 50s on benefits.The new measures are set to help a quarter of all job seekers get back into work with an estimated £22 million investment.As a stable income is the best route for people to support themselves through challenging times, Jobseekers over the age of 50 will have more one-to-one support at jobcentres. This will help them get into and progress in work, boosting their earnings … [Read more...]
Changes to RTW checks in the UK – April 2022
As of 6 April 2022, Biometric Residence Card (BRXC), Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) and Frontier Worker Permit (FWP) holders will no longer be able to present physical BRPs, BRCs or FWPs in order to evidence their right to work in the UK. Instead, these individuals must evidence their right to work via the Home Office's online service.What does this mean for recruitment agencies?Employers should review internal right to work check processes, procedures and communications in light of … [Read more...]
Right to work in the UK changes for EEA Citizens
With less than two weeks until the right to work checks change for EU residence whom are continuing to live and work in the UK, the employer’s right to work guidance has now been updated.From 1 July 2021, EEA citizens and their family members require immigration status in the UK. They can no longer rely on an EEA passport or national identity card, which only confirms their nationality, to prove their right to work. They will be required to provide evidence of lawful immigration status in … [Read more...]
Recognise the Signs of Payroll Fraud
Identifying suspicious activity can help your business save thousands of pounds every year from payroll fraud. Private sector businesses are losing in excess of £12bn each year to payroll fraud. Payroll fraud is simply described as employees who try to defraud the payroll system at their place of employment in order to gain more money they are not entitled to. For larger corporations, undetected payroll fraud may not pose a huge threat but for smaller businesses can have a … [Read more...]
Employment Showing Signs Of Recovery
Recent UK report on jobs by KPMG and REC indicates an improved market confidence among employers as Government outlines its roadmap for lifting lockdown. The volatile job market is showing signs of recovery following Government’s strategy to lift lockdown. According to the KPMG and Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), UK Report on jobs there is still an upsurge of temporary billings, however, the economy is now seeing a steadfast increase in permanent job placements … [Read more...]
Future of Lockdown: UK Government Guidelines
A paper published by the House of Commons on April 2nd, 2021, outlines the rules around COVID-19 and returning to work. Here is a brief summary which outlines lockdown legislation, employer’s health and safety obligations and when workers can refuse to work.Download full report here.In late March 2020, the UK Government imposed a National lockdown in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic that swept the country. Government imposed rules that prohibited people from going to … [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...]