Amendments to the Employment Rights Bill published
The Employment Rights Bill (“ERB”), which was first published on 10 October 2024, has been amended this month following public consultations and debates within the House of Commons. The ERB remains draft legislation, so it could well be amended further before it eventually passes into law. The latest updates which impact umbrella companies and agencies…
2 Years of Digital Scheme Checks
Over 2 years ago the onboarding landscape for employers changed with the introduction of the Digital Schemes. Employers are able to remotely confirm Right to Work eligibility, and check identity documents for DBS by using an Identity Service Provider (IDSP) to verify the identity of people with suitable documents. As a certified IDSP and identity…
The Employment Rights Bill: Recent Updates
The Employment Rights Bill, introduced in the House of Commons on 10 October 2024, promises to reshape the industry with significant amendments and announcements. Key provisions: Unfair Dismissal: The Bill removes the qualifying period for unfair dismissal, currently set at two years. Statutory Sick Pay (SSP): Strengthening SSP by removing the requirement that an employee…
Now’s the perfect time to review your pension provider
Is your workplace pension scheme working for you and your contractors? Choosing a pension scheme is no easy task. There are many factors to consider to ensure you choose the pension provider that suits your needs. Pensions are also an important benefit for your contractors, and the provider you choose could have a big impact…
Salary sacrifice to offset National Insurance increases – it’s a win–win!
From April 6 2025, National Insurance Contributions (NICs) for employers will increase, whilst the earnings threshold at which they need to start paying National Insurance is lowering. These changes will mean higher deductions within the payroll for contractors and give a renewed importance to salary sacrifice pensions. This can help offer savings and a tax-efficient…
The Home Office updates Employer’s guide to right to work checks
The Home Office has recently updated its guidance for employers on right to work checks, with important implications for employers, including umbrella companies. These changes aim to streamline the process of conducting right to work checks, enhance compliance, and reduce the risk of illegal working in the UK. Key Changes to the Home Office Guidance…
Liquid Link joins the National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers (NACFB) as a trusted lender patron
Liquid Link, a specialist provider of invoice finance solutions, is pleased to announce its new affiliation with the National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers (NACFB) as an approved lender patron. This partnership strengthens Liquid Link’s commitment to working with brokers to provide flexible and transparent funding solutions that help businesses unlock cashflow, pay staff and…
PSC contractor was actually a “worker” of the recruitment agency (deduction of Employer’s NI was unlawful)
In the recent case of Appiah v Tripod Partners Ltd and Home Office, the employment tribunal addressed the issue of unlawful deductions of Employer’s National Insurance Contributions for an inside IR35 assignment. Facts of the case Michelle Appiah (“the Claimant”) is an independent social worker providing services to the Home Office through an employment business,…
Neonatal Leave and Pay Effective from 6 April 2025
The Department for Business and Trade have announced that the right to leave for employees with babies in neonatal care will be available from day one of employment from 6 April 2025. The right to statutory pay during this time will be available to eligible employees who meet the service and earnings criteria. This comes…
Benefits for Contingent Workers: The Importance of Future-Proofing
As the contingent workforce continues to grow and develop, changing the employment landscape in the process, it’s more important than ever for umbrella companies to focus on future-proofing their benefits and engagement programmes. The rise of the gig economy and the increasing demand for flexible working arrangements mean that companies need to adapt and be…