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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Olivia Sear
Jan 13, 20232 min read
Government Launches Holiday Pay Consultation
Following on from the Harper v Brazel case, which confirmed that holiday pay for casual but permanent workers must now be calculated at...
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