Understanding umbrella company take home pay
One of the most frequently asked questions by contractors and freelancers before they register with an umbrella company…
Umbrella company benefits – 10 reasons why using a brolly is a good idea!
If you are new to the world of contracting, there are lots of different options to consider. Arguably…
How to properly shop around for an umbrella company deal
Everyone likes a bargain! As a result, you should absolutely look for an attractive deal from an umbrella…
How do umbrella companies work?
If you are new to contracting, have never used an umbrella company before, or are a director of…
£30 a week for an umbrella company margin? No thanks!
We are not here to antagonise anyone, especially umbrella companies that are committed to operating compliantly. However, we…
How does Holiday Pay work with an umbrella company?
Umbrella company holiday pay can confuse contractors and freelancers, and this doesn’t surprise us. Umbrella company holiday pay…
Hopefully a fair world awaits contractors after April 2021
Off-payroll in the public sector came into effect a few years ago now, and the impact on the…
Umbrella companies aren’t finished yet – according to HMRC
This week when speaking to a contractor, I got told: “your lot are finished, HMRC have seen to…
The future of the job market? It could go either way..
While life appears to be returning to something approaching reality, the view ahead is not quite so cheery.
UK Recruiters not Confident with Umbrella Companies
A new study has found that 24% of recruiters do not feel fully confident with the umbrella companies…
The Naïveité of Youth – An Umbrella Education
All change here at UCHQ, we're training up the new intern on the importance of umbrella companies...
Public Sector Contractors Walk Out – “had enough” They Say
As you might be aware, changes are about to happen in the public sector with thousands of contractors facing disruption to their tax situation.
