Umbrella contractors warned over ‘ghost payroll’ schemes
A leading compliance firm has warned umbrella company workers to be aware of the latest scam to hit the industry - in the form of 'Ghost Payroll' schemes.
Umbrella companies – what is holiday pay?
As an employee of an umbrella company, you are entitled to receive statutory holiday pay. Here we look at how holiday pay is calculated for contractors.
How can you find umbrella company reviews?
If your scan the web for umbrella company reviews, how do you know if the information you view is legitimate? Here's why you should be cautious.
The pros and cons of contracting via an umbrella company
We look at the pros and cons of contracting via an umbrella company - seen by many as the "hassle free" solution by many.
Contractor tax avoidance schemes – warning signs to look out for
Tax avoidance schemes come in all shapes and sizes. To veteran contractors, the warning signs may be obvious, but many others are (or have been) duped into using them. They represent a clear and present danger to your current and future prosperity.
What is the government’s stance on umbrella companies?
With hundreds of thousands of workers using umbrella companies in the UK, and over 500 providers to choose from, what is the government's stance on umbrella companies, and how is it seeking to ensure compliance within the sector?