FCSA Responds to Consultation on Strengthening Statutory Sick Pay
FCSA has submitted its response to the government’s consultation on strengthening Statutory Sick Pay (SSP). While FCSA supports the intent to provide better financial security for workers, the response highlights significant concerns about the unintended consequences these changes may have on employers, particularly umbrella companies and temporary workforce providers. FCSA acknowledges the need to improve worker…
FCSA Publishes Response to Industrial Relations Framework Consultation
Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA), the UK’s leading membership body dedicated to raising standards and promoting compliance in the temporary labour market, has released its response to the government consultation on creating a modern framework for industrial relations. This consultation seeks to balance workers’ rights with the need for flexibility in the UK labour…
FCSA Responds to Consultation on Collective Redundancy and Fire-and-Rehire Practices
FCSA, the UK’s leading membership body for the temporary labour market, has submitted its official response to the government’s consultation on proposed changes to collective redundancy and fire-and-rehire practices. This consultation forms part of the “Making Work Pay” package, designed to enhance worker protections while balancing the needs of businesses. FCSA’s Key Recommendations FCSA has…
FCSA Releases Consultation Response on the Application of Measures for Zero-Hours Contracts to Agency Workers
Freelancer and Contractor Services Association (FCSA), the leading body for professional employment services, has submitted its detailed response to the government’s consultation on applying zero-hours contract measures to agency workers. This response reflects FCSA’s commitment to preserving the flexibility and viability of the temporary labour market while advocating for fair treatment of workers. FCSA has…
FCSA Welcomes New Umbrella Regulations in Autumn Budget
The UK government’s recent decision to introduce new umbrella regulations marks a transformative step toward creating a fairer, more transparent temporary labour market. FCSA fully supports these changes, which assign recruitment agencies responsibility for ensuring Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) compliance when engaging workers through umbrella companies. This shift will help reduce tax avoidance, level the playing field,…
Why Has FCSA Launched Diligence Hub? Addressing Changing Legislation and Industry Needs
In an ever-evolving world of payroll compliance, Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA) has introduced Diligence Hub — a secure, cloud-based platform designed to streamline the due diligence process for both recruiters and umbrella companies. As new legislation and regulatory frameworks reshape the industry, Diligence Hub is an essential tool that addresses emerging challenges while…
Liquid Friday joins Business South as a Champion
Portsmouth-based firm Liquid Friday, a leading provider of payroll and workforce management solutions, is proud to announce that it has joined Business South as a Champion, becoming part of a distinguished network of organisations committed to driving sustainable growth, innovation and economic prosperity across the Central South region. About Business South Business South is an…
HMRC to Hire Over 5,000 Compliance Officers to Strengthen Tax Enforcement
In a significant move to bolster tax compliance and close the tax gap, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced plans to recruit over 5,000 additional compliance officers. This initiative comes as part of a broader package of reforms unveiled by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, aimed at modernising the UK tax system and improving government efficiency….
The new duty to prevent Sexual Harassment
Written by Brabners LLP Introduction On 26 October 2024, the law will impose a new duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. The new duty applies to all employers, including employers of umbrella employees, regardless of the size of the organisation. The current law The law already makes employers vicariously liable for…
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