FCSA comments on Uber tribunal ruling
Today we have learnt the outcome of the Uber tribunal – which concluded that Uber drivers should be classified as “workers” rather than self-employed. This means they will be entitled to certain statutory rights such as minimum wage. Uber are likely to appeal the tribunal’s decision. Commenting on the case, FCSA Chief Executive Julia Kermode…
FCSA elects new Board
The Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA), the UK’s largest independent trade body whose members provide professional support services to freelancers and contractors, is delighted to announce a newly elected Board comprised of Accredited Members and Associate Members: Mark Beal-Preston, First Freelance – fully accredited member Graham Fisher, Orange Genie – fully accredited member Matt…
FCSA calls for Matthew Taylor to review how people are treated not how they are engaged
Following Matthew Taylor’s appointment by Theresa May to look at whether employment regulations need to change to keep pace with flexible working practices FCSA is urging the review to look at the employment practices of some employers. Whilst FCSA welcomes any opportunity to clarify valid working practices and stamp out unethical practices, the UK’s largest…
Much ado about nothing?
Written by FCSA Business Partner, Caunce O’Hara & Co. When I put pen to paper after the T & S rules changes, Caunce O’Hara felt that those operating within the umbrella and PSC sectors know that the changes that have taken place of late will again come under the microscope of government. With all that is…
FCSA research shows public sector contractors will not be railroaded into becoming employees
Plans to put contractors onto the payroll in the public sector as part of HMRC’s new intermediaries legislation due to come into force in April 2017 have been met with resistance amongst agencies, end-hirers and contractors according to research representing 68,000 contractors conducted by The Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA). 37% of intermediaries who…
Everything You Need To Know About Freelancing
The freelancing community continues to grow and grow. These days it seems that it’s possible to freelance in virtually all sectors and industries in one way or another. This is obviously fantastic news and it’s great to know that where there’s the will, there is a way. But whether you are contemplating a move into…
FCSA refutes unions’ criticisms of umbrellas at TUC conference
FCSA has responded to a motion tabled at the TUC congress in Brighton earlier this week opposing umbrella companies, pointing out that the debate is peppered with a number of inaccuracies. Debating employment rights and trade union rights Congress aired its concerns about the growing number of umbrella companies in industry, noting that Treasury reforms…
FCSA welcomes Minister’s call to investigate Hermes’ treatment of self-employed workers
The Freelancer and Contractor Services Association (FCSA), the largest independent trade association representing the UK’s specialist contractor accountancy services providers, has welcomed the Business Minister Margot James’ move to ask tax inspectors to investigate alleged complaints of low pay by self-employed couriers who work for Hermes courier company. The investigation comes following reports (published by…
A Limited Company Guide for Freelancers
An introduction to limited company One of the questions you should ask yourself when setting out as a contractor or freelancer is, which option best suits me? Umbrella employment, limited company and sole trader all offer different benefits so it’s important that you understand each before making a decision. If you intend to freelance as…
Finally, more information about Making Tax Digital!
What we’ve learned from the new consultation documents The long-awaited consultation documents on how HMRC see Making Tax Digital (MTD) working in more depth have finally been released. Emily Coltman FCA, Chief Accountant to FreeAgent – who provide award-winning cloud accounting software – gives a summary of what this means for small businesses and their…