They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery—but what about constant attention? At FCSA, we’re genuinely flattered to know that so many people, including
As we all know, the umbrella sector has been under intense scrutiny in recent years, with the focus being on improving transparency, compliance, and fairness
As we approach the next Budget, there is mounting speculation that we may see a rise in Employer’s National Insurance Contributions (NICs). For some, this
In our ongoing commitment to fostering professionalism and ethical conduct within the freelance and contractor sector, the Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA) holds steadfast
Originally written for Contractor UK Just 20-something days into her chancellorship, the UK’s new boss of HM Treasury, Rachel Reeves, has delivered a short but
Originally Written for Contractor UK by Chris Bryce, FCSA Chief Executive It does seem that Budgets or “financial statements” come around far more often than
Originally written for ContractorUK It does seem that chancellors’ Budgets or ‘Spring Statements’ come around far more often than they used to. So for me
With a UK general election in just 22 days’ time, the future of work for independent contractors is potentially going to get rewritten, and even
Written by FCSA Chief Executive, Chris Bryce In the ever-evolving landscape of the freelance and contractor industry, adaptability is the name of the game. As
By Chris Bryce, Chief Executive, FCSA Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s second Autumn Statement has made waves, primarily for its headline act: a reduction in Employee’s National
Chris Bryce – Chief Executive of FCSA Several new technologies, such as AI and machine learning, are emerging that have the potential to enhance the
By Chris Bryce, Chief Executive of FCSA As the CEO of FCSA (Freelancer & Contractor Services Association), I’ve witnessed the evolution of the umbrella company
Tax and employment laws are two of the UK’s most complex areas of law. Both areas constantly change, making it difficult for contractors to keep
Our accreditation program is like a rising tide: it lifts all boats. By setting the industry standard in our Code and Charter, which we expect
Originally written for Contractor UK Following the formation of our new Independent Arbitration Panel (IAP) here at the FCSA, we’ve noticed some online discussions about
Chris Bryce – Chief Executive, FCSA The Two Payment Method is a tax avoidance scheme some rogue umbrella companies use; it is a form of
Originally written by Chris Bryce for Contractor UK As most of the contractor industry is aware, a government consultation is underway on Tackling non-compliance in
I recently had the pleasure of hosting the inaugural FCSA Forum, which took place on Tuesday the 11th of July in Manchester. It was a
FCSA has received the final determination of the FCSA’s Independent Arbitration Panel (IAP), regarding the membership status of Orange Genie
Originally for Contractor UK Contractor’s Question: An umbrella contact of mine told me that as part of Spring Budget 2023, the government is apparently going
My thoughts on the 2023 Spring Budget? The words ‘damp squib’ come to mind. It wasn’t of interest to the vast majority of temporary workers,
Originally written for Contractor UK Not so long ago, a former tax inspector who now works in the private sector said he could name a
The contractor and freelancer industry has been dealt a blow by the government, as it abandons plans to introduce the Single Enforcement Body (SEB)
It’s Anti-Slavery Day on 18th October, so I wanted to shine a light on the modern slavery that exists in the UK, which includes
Whilst recognising that financial stability and market reassurance are the prime goals of Jeremy Hunt’s statement earlier this morning, FCSA is disappointed that the
The Chancellor’s not-so-mini financial statement last Friday brought some welcome news to many but not all
FCSA accreditation takes almost a year to attain, which may seem like a while. Honestly, it’s a stringent process – but this is by no means a bad thing. When it comes to compliance in the freelancer and contractor industry, meticulousness is an absolute necessity.
Is 90% take home pay possible? The short answer? No. The long answer? Also, no. So please, please don’t touch anyone offering these schemes with
Following the various news items and social media posts about recent updates to the FCSA Codes, many of which mischaracterise events or draw incorrect conclusions,
There’s an old saying that no good deed goes unpunished, and when updating the FCSA Codes of Compliance, we’ve definitely found ourselves between a
You’ll know as well as I do that compliance is crucial when it comes to hiring a contractor or freelancer. But understanding who needs to
HMRC names Peak PAYE Ltd as a tax avoidance promoter and urges individuals to withdraw from using it. Another tax avoidance scheme has been exposed
Originally written for Contractor UK Quite understandably, there’s been a lot of heated discussion around the subject of umbrella company employees receiving holiday pay in
FCSA is disappointed to see that government has not included an Employment Bill within the Queen’s speech
Avoid being caught in a tax scam. You may have read in the press and on the FCSA website about clones and some of the
HMRC names and shames avoidance scheme operators for the very first time
All businesses need to have cyber security on their Board level risk registers.
FCSA recommends regulation should focus on protecting workers.
Grant Thornton report has key insights into contractor accounting services for 2022
Written by Brabners LLP Key Information Documents It has been almost 2 years since the requirement to produce Key Information Documents (KIDs) was introduced on
Read FCSA’s analysis of the NAO report on the 2017 reforms The National Audit Office has released its report on the 2017 reforms to off-payroll
As we all know the Chancellor has imposed an increase in both employers’ and employees’ National Insurance Contributions (NICs) to take effect from April 6th 2022.
The Court of Appeal has ruled on the long-running Smith vs Pimlico Plumbers case and overturned the decisions in lower courts to force Pimlico Plumbers to compensate Smith for previously unpaid annual leave.
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