Merit Software Celebrates 25th Anniversary in Payroll Software Market
The following article celebrates FCSA Business Partner, Merit Software‘s, 25th anniversary in business and has been provided by them. – Let’s go back to 1997, in the small coastal town of Tenby in west Wales, where the first iteration of Merit Payroll is being worked on by a team of five. The temporary recruitment…
FCSA STATEMENT ON LIQUID FRIDAY
Freelancer and Contractor Services Association (FCSA) has now finalised its investigation into allegations that Liquid Friday had made deductions for “business overheads” from its workers assignment rate without their knowledge or consent. FCSA can confirm that these allegations are incorrect. Our Codes have, since October 2021, required that all deductions are transparently shown in…
REBUS, are the latest firm to join roster of FCSA Members following compliance assessment
Rebus Consulting Services Ltd has been revealed as the latest company to be accepted into the Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA). Rebus provide PAYE umbrella and self-employed solutions for the temporary contractor industry. Rebus has been awarded accreditation for its umbrella employment and CIS/Self-Employment services, joining the membership body’s roster of over 70 members….
Fertility in the Workplace: A Statutory Right?
Blog post written by JMW Solicitors LLP Fertility in the workplace has attracted headlines in recent months, highlighting issues faced by individuals and couples undergoing fertility treatment, which are compounded by a lack of awareness and understanding within the workplace. The Fertility Network has reported that more than 3.5 million people in the UK are…
FCSA MOVES TO CORRECT MISINFORMATION
Freelancer and Contractor Services Association (FCSA) has today been made aware of claims that multiple FCSA members have been suspended or expelled in the recent past. FCSA can confirm that this is a total fabrication and is categorically and completely incorrect. FCSA recently withdrew the membership of DNS Group and suspended the membership…
Orange Genie are suspended from FCSA membership for six months from 11th November 2022
Following the receipt of the Independent Arbitration Panel’s decision regarding Orange Genie’s appeal against termination of their membership by FCSA, we today confirm that Orange Genie have been suspended from FCSA membership for a period of six months for breaches of our Umbrella Code relating to transparency in listing all deductions made from assignment rates….
HMRC updates guidance on working through an umbrella company
The HMRC has updated their guidance for working through an umbrella company, on their website today. The guidance, originally posted in April of 2021, has been without an update for just under a year. Today’s additions explain how umbrella workers are engaged, provide advice for workers to understand their pay and employment rights when working…
FCSA has terminated the membership of DNS Accountants and DNS Umbrella for noncompliance.
We issued a termination notice to the member for the breach and have now heard their appeal. It is FCSA policy to name the member involved only when any appeal process is complete. A brief public announcement will be also made. Breaches of FCSA Codes Whenever we receive evidence of a breach…
FCSA COMMENT ON PRIME MINISTER’S STATEMENT
In common with many commentators and the global markets, the Freelancer and Contractor Services Association (FCSA) had anticipated today’s U-turn regarding the cancellation of proposed increases in Corporation Tax. This means that the increase from 19% to 25%, proposed originally by Rishi Sunak, will now go ahead as planned. Chris Bryce, FCSA’s Chief Executive,…
STONEBRIDGE, are the latest firm to join roster of FCSA Members following compliance assessment
Stonebridge Payment Solutions Ltd has been revealed as the latest company to be accepted into the Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA). Stonebridge provide a full suite of services including CIS Sole Traders, Umbrella PAYE and Limited Company payment options, along with back-office services, all tailored to compliantly fit their clients’ individual needs. Stonebridge has…