Why use an Umbrella Company?
Why use an umbrella company? Following HMRC’s recent crackdown and focus on tax avoidance, many more businesses are now using an umbrella company as an employment solution for their contractors. …
Umbrella Company Myths
Umbrella Company Myths We break down some of the common myths that are associated with Umbrella companies We know that you have a choice of which umbrella company you use,…
Tax Avoidance or Tax Evasion
Tax Avoidance or Tax Evasion The difference between tax avoidance and tax evasion substantially comes down to legality. Tax avoidance is legal, but tax evasion can lead to serious consequences…
What is an FCSA Accreditation?
What is an FCSA Accreditation? As a contractor working in the freelance sector, you may be aware of the importance of choosing the right umbrella company. There are many such…
The Benefits of a Umbrella Company
The benefits of being paid through an umbrella company Umbrella companies like iConsult offer a complete payroll service for contracts. But a lot of people wonder why people should use…
What is an Umbrella Company
Umbrella Company – What is it? What is an umbrella company? An Umbrella company is an intermediary company that employs workers who would otherwise be independent like agency contractors who…
ICAEW says “national debate” required on self-employed tax
In a new statement highlighting the problems faced in the implementation of IR35, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICEAW) has called for an “informed national debate”…
Government to expand exclusivity clause ban welcomed by IPSE
Under new government plans, the ban on employers putting exclusivity clauses into zero-hour contracts will be extended to cover employment contracts for the UK’s lowest earners. The move has been…