Right to Work changes relating to casual workers
Yvette Cooper, Home Secretary, has recently confirmed that the government plans to extend the UK’s Right to Work scheme to include self-employed contractors. Every employer in the UK must undertake a right to work check to secure a statutory excuse to an illegal working civil penalty being imposed. If imposed, an illegal working civil penalty…
The Recruitment Network joins FCSA as a Business Partner
The Freelancer and Contractor Services Association (FCSA) is pleased to welcome The Recruitment Network as the latest addition to its growing Business Partner community.
Viewpoint: How HM Treasury is undermining the Employment Rights Bill
Originally Written by Nick Dancer for Recruiter Magazine Will the government’s solution to tackling tax avoidance really work? Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ announcement in the Autumn Budget that the government would tackle tax avoidance in the umbrella sector was a long-overdue commitment to clean up bad practice. However, the proposed solution – shifting PAYE liability from…
From Temp to Timeless: Why Umbrella Firms Are Looking Into Bureau
If there’s one thing umbrella payroll firms know all too well, it’s that contractor demand can be a rollercoaster. One month you’re flying – filling roles, onboarding workers, and handling payroll at pace. The next? Market shifts, margins tighten, and you’re staring down another unpredictable quarter. That’s why more contractor payroll companies are taking a…
Doctor found to be inside IR35 despite no obligation on hospital to provide work and no notice period
In George Mantides Ltd v HMRC [2025], the Upper-tier Tax Tribunal has concluded that a doctor, who worked via his own personal services company (“PSC”), fell inside IR35 and was deemed to be an employee of the hospital at which he worked, despite the fact that the hospital was not obliged to provide him with…
Shining a Light: HMRC’s Tax Avoidance Scheme List
Tax avoidance remains a key focus for HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), and one of their most public tools in tackling it is the list of named tax avoidance schemes, promoters, enablers, and suppliers. But what is this list, and why should you be aware of it? What is the List? Essentially, it’s a public…
Unlock Compliance Confidence & Gain a Competitive Edge: Become an FCSA Recruiter Partner
In a market where compliance failures can quickly damage reputations, recruiters need more than good intentions—they need confidence in every link of their supply chain. With legislation like IR35 and increasing scrutiny on umbrella companies, recruiters need to demonstrate they’re working with the right partners. That’s where joining the FCSA Recruiter Partner Programme can make…
FCSA opens investigation
FCSA is currently investigating allegations of action being taken by HMRC against one of our members. In line with our governance procedures and commitment to integrity, the member concerned has been advised. Update as of Friday 9th May 2025: Further hearings will take place in the near future and pending the outcome of those the…
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…