Compromise expected on managed service companies
Industry sources now say that a compromise is possible on managed service companies, as we reported here last month.
UK construction market booming for contractors
The construction market in the UK is booming, and contractors are reaping the rewards.
For contractors, a specialised news channel
ContractorCalculator launches its dedicated News Channel run by a team of professional journalists for contractors of all sectors.
Contractors offer flexible workforce but government is inflexible
The Government says it wants a more flexible workforce, so why is it attacking contractors?
Contractor calculator market report - February 2007
Jobserve expects continued growth in the UK contractor market in the coming months.
Landmark tribunal judgement tells us who is an employee
The UK Employment Appeal Tribunal in London has handed down a critical decision on the definition of a worker--it directly affects contractors who could be considered employees.
Contractor recruitment sector could face a shakeup says Charterhouse
An industry shakeup could follow the Treasurys publication of new rules that make third parties like recruiters and agenices liable for tax debts of managed service companies and composites.
No treasury decision yet on managed service companies; lawspeed seminar planned
No decision yet from the Treasury on managed service companies, and changes could be made; Lawspeed plans a seminar for open discussion of the issues with the Revenue
Contractor pensions: some light, some darkness
The Revenue has issued guidance that does help clarify the size permitted for contractor pension contributions. But not all is sweetness and light, as much still needs to be explained.
Travel and fuel expenses for contractors
Most contractors can take travel and fuel expenses, but the Revenue is out to stop those who work for umbrella companies from doing so.
Could europe learn to love contractors?
The new Green Book issued by the European Commission last month could show a changing attitude toward contractors.
Demand rising for IT contractors as skills shortage worsens
As the demand for skilled IT workers grows sharply in the UK, contractors may reap the rewards particularly in financial services and security.
The olympics: contractors bonanza goes live
The procurement database for the 2012 Olympic Games goes live today on the website for the Olympic Development Authority.
Intelligent choices for contractors in managed service or composite companies
Contractors in managed service or composite companies need to make changes to cope with HM Treasury’s attacks on them. Here’s what contractors should do.
Study shows contractors are very happy
A series of attacks on contractors and temp workers by union leaders have , strangely enough, highlighted the relative satisfaction of UK contractors.
What contractors need to know about the work time directive
UK contractors don’t want Brussels to tell them how many hours to work. UK contractors should fight like demons to keep Brussels from forcing us to adopt the work-time directive.
Revenue attacks on contractors will fail
The attacks by The Treasury on ‘managed service’ and ‘personal service’ companies will fail, because contractors who use them are just like other owners of small companies.
Contractors need a more efficient market says PCG
All the players in the contracting industry need to work more closely with each other, says John Thomas, chief executive officer of the Professional Contractors Group.
Contractors seek salary rises
A new study just released by JSA Services shows that contractors feel ready to push for new salary rises of about 10 per cent. But the economic climate may not be right to support them.
Positive options for contractor pensions
Guidance is due from The Revenue in two weeks on contractor pensions, but in the meantime, there are some options you should know about.
Contractors, pensions and HMRC reforms
Just as pension law reforms promised unrestricted contributions to pension schemes last April, The Revenue promised to penalise “excessive” pension contributions.
Lords expected to support arctic systems verdict
Legal observers expect the Inland Revenue to lose its appeal in the Arctic Systems case.
Treasury could lighten up on managed service companies
Plans to crack down on managed service companies could change, as difficulties in enforcement have already become apparent in the consultation stage.
Treasury move on mscs will drive non-compliance problem underground
View from Barry Roback, Chief Executive of JSA Accountants.
Managed service company legislation - comment from Barry Roback, JSA group
Barry Roback, from JSA Group, comments on the proposed legislation to tackle managed service companies.
Tackling managed service companies - market reaction to PBR
Market reaction from key industry players to proposed legislation to tackle managed service companies.
PCG welcomes direct approach taken by HMRC
PCG Comments on the Proposals to Tackle Managed Service Companies
Proposed changes to managed service companies - explained
Explains the legislative changes introduced in the 2006 Pre-Budget Report
2006 pre-budget report: summary of points
A summary of the main points delivered by the Chancellor in this years pre-budget report.
Charterhouse group international comments on the chancellors pre-budget statement
Leading provider comments on Pre-Budget statement regarding proposed treatment of Managed Service Companies.
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