by Lynne Gowers | Apr 18, 2024 | News, Agencies, Contractors, Liquid Friday
“Tax Administration and Maintenance Day” typically doesn’t attract a lot of buzz, but this year April 18th was highly anticipated for an announcement on how the government plans to tighten the reins on compliance in the umbrella market. So here it is: The...
by Lynne Gowers | Apr 9, 2024 | Agencies, Contractors
Of everything we get asked about in payroll, tax code queries have got to be one of the most common. So, here’s a quick guide to tax codes, specifically what the various numbers and letters mean and how they affect how much you take home. Your PAYE tax...
by Lynne Gowers | Mar 7, 2024 | Agencies, Contractors, Construction industry
This month marks Women’s History Month, with International Women’s Day observed around the world on March 8th. It’s an ideal time to reflect on the strides towards gender equality over the ages, not least in the world of work. While professional contracting has seen...
by Lynne Gowers | Feb 27, 2024 | Agencies, Contractors
In the evolving world of modern working arrangements, the question of employment status remains a perplexing one that has sparked debate for many years. The lines between whether an individual is classified as an employee, a worker or not in an employment...
by Lynne Gowers | Feb 16, 2024 | Agencies, Contractors, Liquid Friday
Words are amazing!! Language is an incredibly powerful tool that shapes our understanding of the world and the people in it. When it comes to the LGBTQ+ community, a nuanced grasp of language and terminology is key to fostering understanding and creating a culture of...
by Lynne Gowers | Jan 25, 2024 | Agencies, General News, Contractors
The controversial 2019 Contractor Loan charge has again been under the spotlight with renewed debate in the House of Commons. MPs spoke out on the ongoing concerns and implications for the thousands affected by the charge, highlighting some truly awful cases of the...