In a recent speech given by Ed Miliband, he announced that a Labour government would pass law giving individual’s the right to a ‘regular’ contract after 12 weeks of working ‘regular’ hours. Would this proposed clampdown on zero-hours contracts, increase the demand for the services of compliant umbrella companies? Zero hours contracts are contracts that allow employers to hire staff with no guarantee of work, which is why they are considered to be contentious as this lack of guaranteed work causes concern over security and financial stability. So, if Labour were to win the General Election this May, would Umbrella Companies see an influx of enquiries from hirers that would possibly be looking to free them of the risks and costs associated with taking on staff themselves? Obviously and by working through a compliant Outsourced Payroll Provider, the aforementioned organisations can minimise exposure to risks whilst safeguarding those workers who are appreciating full employment rights and benefits which will include guaranteed minimum hours of work. With the economy heavily dependent on a flexible labour force, could this proposed clamp down on these zero-hours contracts be fruitful for compliant brollies or is the need for such a flexible labour force likely to have a negative impact should these contracts be outlawed? For more in depth detail, facts and figures please read the following BBC News link – http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-23573442