Good Work Plan: the Government finally responds to Taylor’s Review
On Monday the Government finally issued their response to Matthew Taylor’s Review and the four consultations that took place over the summer. The most relevant decisions for us are: Umbrella to be regulated by the Employment Agency Standards Inspectorate. This will be a very positive development assuming that it will be fit for purpose, and…
ContractorUmbrella becomes latest FCSA Accredited Member
ContractorUmbrella becomes lastest FCSA Accredited Member, accredited for its umbrella employment services.
Are key facts statements inevitable?
It’s been an interesting few days of media spotlight on our sector – from agency workers missing out on pay and rights, to the House of Lords’ criticism of excessive HMRC powers in relation to the 2019 loan charge. The common thread of both these stories centres around contingent workers either not knowing or not…
A liquidator’s view on the impact of IR35 changes
FCSA Business Partner, Clarke Bell, specialist in MVL and CVL services, takes a look at the impact of IR35 on professional services providers from a liquidators perspective.
New framework released for reporting disability, mental health and wellbeing
Government releases new voluntary reporting framework for disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. Brabners LLP takes a closer look.
The power of choice and the importance of informed choice
FCSA looks at the increased responsibility being passed on to end hirers using non-permanent staff, and explains how to mitigate risk by choosing compliant supply chain partners.
British Airways case re-affirms part-time workers rights
Employment law experts, Brabners LLP looks at the British Airways case that confirms part-time workers have the right not to be treated less favourably but leaves some questions unanswered for employers.
Latest case confirms harassment claims are fact sensitive and be mindful of office banter
Brabners LLP examine the recent case of Evans v Xactly which confirms harassment claims are highly fact-sensitive and level of “office banter” can be relevant.
Optionis becomes latest FCSA accredited member
First Freelance, SJD Accountancy, Nixon Williams, ClearSky Contractor Accounting and Parasol, part of the Optionis group, have become FCSA Accredited Members.
FCSA proud to be a sponsor of the IRP 2018 Awards
We are pleased to announce that the FCSA is the sponsor of this year’s IRP Business Leader of the Year Award. Now in its 10th year, the prestigious IRP Awards is hosted by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) to celebrate excellence in recruitment. Winning an IRP award is the most impressive industry recognition an…