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Dec 21 min read

Understanding Insurance

To fully protect our supply chain, we ensure that our contingent workforce hold appropriate insurance cover for any accidents or...

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How might the impact of the Budget impact the Contingent Workforce and Umbrella Employees?

Rochelle Henry

Nov 112 min read

How might the impact of the Budget impact the Contingent Workforce and Umbrella Employees?

Following on from our previous post regarding the outcome of 2024 UK Budget, let’s have a look at how changes may impact our contingent...

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30th October 2024 Budget Announcement Headlines

Rochelle Henry

Oct 312 min read

30th October 2024 Budget Announcement Headlines

Yesterday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves' budget announcement outlined significant developments that will affect both the umbrella and...

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The Importance of Preventing Illegal Working in Our Industry

Rochelle Henry

Oct 141 min read

The Importance of Preventing Illegal Working in Our Industry

To protect the integrity of our contingent workforce and ensure fair working practice, it is crucial that we take a firm stance against...

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Rochelle Henry

Sep 262 min read

Right to Work in the UK

This week, our Compliance and Customer Service Team Leaders attended an insightful workshop on maintaining effective right to work...

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The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS): Understanding What Falls Inside and Outside

Rochelle Henry

Sep 182 min read

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS): Understanding What Falls Inside and Outside

Navigating the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is crucial for maintaining tax compliance and minimising tax evasion within the...

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Maintaining Compliance for Self-Employed Construction Operatives

Rochelle Henry

Sep 122 min read

Maintaining Compliance for Self-Employed Construction Operatives

In the ever-changing world of construction, compliance isn’t just about meeting legal obligations - it’s fundamental in running a...

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Rochelle Henry

Aug 282 min read

Embracing Diversity Within Construction

The UK construction industry hosts a diverse workforce with a substantial number of roles filled by Non UK workers alongside UK workers....

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Rochelle Henry

Aug 282 min read

Managing IR35 Compliance

Managing IR35 Compliance The recent disclosure by HS2 of a £6.2million fine to HMRC following a compliance review stresses the critical...

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Accidents in the Workplace: When and How to Report an Accident

Rochelle Henry

Aug 72 min read

Accidents in the Workplace: When and How to Report an Accident

When and how to report an accident? Here at Stonebridge, we provide our contingent workforce with Personal Accident Insurance cover as...

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Sole Trader vs. Limited Company - What’s the difference?

Rochelle Henry

Jul 302 min read

Sole Trader vs. Limited Company - What’s the difference?

Sole Trader vs. Limited Company - What’s the difference? Self-employment refers to an individual who works for themselves rather than...

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CIS Exemptions: What Are They and Who Qualifies?

Rochelle Henry

Jul 242 min read

CIS Exemptions: What Are They and Who Qualifies?

CIS Exemptions: What Are They and Who Qualifies? The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requires tax to be deducted at source for...

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How might a Labour government impact our contingent workforce?

Rochelle Henry

Jul 102 min read

How might a Labour government impact our contingent workforce?

How might a Labour government impact our contingent workforce? After 14 years of Conservative control, the general election saw the...

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Does HMRC’s “name and shame” list expire after one year?

Rochelle Henry

Apr 19, 20232 min read

Does HMRC’s “name and shame” list expire after one year?

Since April 2022, HMRC have been able to “name and shame” serious tax evaders on their website. This list which names tax avoidance...

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Shortage Occupation List (SOL) – Changes for Construction Sector

Rochelle Henry

Mar 27, 20231 min read

Shortage Occupation List (SOL) – Changes for Construction Sector

The UK Shortage Occupation list (SOL) is the official record of jobs that are considered by the UK immigration authority, the Home...

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Olivia Sear

Mar 15, 20232 min read

Spring Budget Points

The Spring Budget was delivered by The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt today. The key points are as follows: Corporation tax will rise from 19%...

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Contractor pursued by HMRC despite outside IR35 determination

Rochelle Henry

Feb 21, 20232 min read

Contractor pursued by HMRC despite outside IR35 determination

In March 2017, HMRC released an online tool named Check Employment Status for Tax (CEST) to provide guidance for firms looking to make...

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What is the Apprenticeship Levy and should it be reformed?

Rochelle Henry

Feb 20, 20232 min read

What is the Apprenticeship Levy and should it be reformed?

With the Spring Budget 2023 approaching on March 15th,  there has been a rise in criticism and calls for the Apprenticeship Levy to be...

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Rochelle Henry

Feb 10, 20232 min read

2023/2024 Financial Update

As the end of the 2022/2023 financial year approaches, we have provided a breakdown below of the updated rates and thresholds to prepare...

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What is the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill?

Rochelle Henry

Feb 10, 20232 min read

What is the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill?

Since the first reading in January 2023, there have been discussions by the Government regarding the strikes that have taken place and...

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