by Lynne Gowers | Apr 16, 2025 | Agencies
Major reforms are again on the horizon for the UK recruitment industry. The Employment Rights Bill (ERB), introduced on 10th October 2024, and proposed umbrella company regulations are set to reshape employment practices and compliance responsibilities. To help you...
by Lynne Gowers | Mar 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
With more of a whimper than a bang, the government has published its response to the consultation on tackling non-compliance in the umbrella company market. The consultation attracted input from a wide range of stakeholders, including recruitment agencies, umbrella...
by Colin Gunnell | Nov 7, 2024 | Agencies, Contractors, Liquid Friday, News
It’s not very often umbrella companies get an actual name check in the Budget speech, but there it was, with Rachel Reeves pledging to clamp down on umbrella companies that exploit workers. The detail of what this actually looks like came later in the updated policy...
by Lynne Gowers | Oct 21, 2024 | Agencies, General News, Contractors
On Wednesday, 30th October 2024, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver the Autumn Budget, the first from the new Labour Government. Facing a £22 billion fiscal shortfall, Reeves has pledged not to raise income tax, National Insurance, or VAT for employees. However,...
by Lynne Gowers | Oct 14, 2024 | Contractors
When it comes to securing your next contract, your CV is your calling card. A sharp, clean CV can open doors, while a cluttered or confusing one may leave them firmly shut. So, what should you leave out? Here’s a rundown of 10 things to remove from your contracting...
