Here we outline a quick guide on closing your business, however it can be complex so you should consider seeking advice from an accountant or bookkeeper. Sole trader If you’re a sole trader or partnership then you will need inform
A recent case, Simply Learning Tutor Agency & Others v BEIS [2020] EWHC 2461, saw the court rule that an online introductory platform was in fact an “employment agency” and therefore falls within the scope of the Employment Agencies Act
Maternity for agency workers As an agency worker you may be able to get statutory maternity, paternity or parental pay, but you cannot get statutory maternity, paternity or parental leave. Under the Agency Workers Regulations, agency workers are entitled to the
If you’re working for yourself in any form, whether as a freelancer, contractor or self-employed person, you are going to need appropriate insurance cover. We know it’s not the most exciting subject, but trust us, you do need it. Here
The government has announced reforms to Companies House which will clamp down on fraud and money laundering. The changes aim to increase the reliability of the data showing who is behind each company so that businesses and individuals have greater
Whatever your employment status, it is worth starting to plan for funding retirement as soon as you are able to. It is estimated that once you retire you will need 50% to 70% of your pre-retirement income, and with that
It can be difficult for people that are not in permanent employment, i.e. someone that is a temp, freelancer, contractor or self-employed to get a mortgage, particularly if your income fluctuates or if lenders perceive that your ability to earn
Prior to April 2014, the government identified an increase in the number of offshore employers with workers in the UK, undertaking assignments for UK companies and using their offshore status to avoid paying income tax and national insurance contributions (NICs)
Prior to April 2014, the government identified an increase in the number of offshore employers with workers in the UK, undertaking assignments for UK companies and using their offshore status to avoid paying income tax and national insurance contributions (NICs)