The credibility of HMRCs investigations into IR35 contractors appears to have taken yet another blow with the news of yet another lost case. Phil Winfield won an eight year battle when a tribunal ruled his limited company Primary Path Ltd … Continue reading
With the need for more business friendly legislation a hot topic amongst recruiters and other industry bodies, IR35 legislation has once again been brought into the spotlight. Whilst the IR35 forum is currently working towards a more workable solution, yet … Continue reading
Following last week’s case of Elaine Richardson, the limited company IT contractor who won an IR35 battle with HMRC, the PCG have given their thoughts. Their Chairman Chris Bryce, who is also a member of the new IR35 Forum, spoke … Continue reading
A self employed IT contractor has won a legal case with HMRC over IR35. This is the latest in a line of cases over the legislation this year, such as the high profile Tilson vs Alstom case. The contractor, Elaine Richardson, … Continue reading
HMRC’s Business Records Checks (BRC), which is running on a pilot test, will see up to 1200 business visited over the next few months. The BRC visits, regarding companies record keeping, will trial in 8 cities; Edinburgh, Irvine, Manchester, Liverpool, … Continue reading
The REC have clashed with construction union UCATT over the role of employment agencies and the employment status of construction workers. This comes as HMRC announced plans to double the number of tax evasion officers they employ, which follows a … Continue reading
With the Agency Workers Regulations approaching in October, the department of Business Innovation and Skills (BIS) last week issued draft guidance, of particular interest to recruiters and workers who may be affected. Following reaction from both the REC and ARC, … Continue reading
The Ministry of Justice has announced that the Bribery Act, which was due to take effect from April 2011, will now be delayed pending review. The act was designed to prevent bribery and corruption in both the private and public … Continue reading
Following last week’s support for contractors in the construction industry, the REC have once again spoken about the benefits of temporary and agency workers. Simon Noakes, of the REC’s Construction Group spoke about their commitment to encourage high standards in … Continue reading
A contractor has won a long running court battle with HMRC over an IR35 related tax payment. Engineering contractor Mark Fitzpatrick was found to be clear to use his Limited Company ‘MBF Design Services’ to avoid tax whilst working as … Continue reading
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