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Department's failings extend well beyond its poor customer service standards

The Department for Work and Pensions has seen a marked decline in the number of outside IR35 contractors it engages since the department was hit with a £87.9m tax bill several years ago, its accounts show.

A new business council has been appointed by the Prime Minister to report from the business frontlines as the Government continues to boost stability and growth in the UK economy.

Two recently published tribunal judgments emphasise why it is so important for umbrella company contractors to make sure they are being paid exactly what they are entitled to, warn experts

A judge cleared Lineker in a dispute over if he had underpaid on income from BBC and BT Sport, however HMRC have filed an appeal.

The UK government yesterday published a consultation on policy options to regulate umbrella companies and to tackle noncompliance in the umbrella company market.

Bosses at rogue umbrella companies who cheat the taxman and mistreat their staff threaten the UK’s economic growth prospects.

While generally welcoming the latest government consultation around umbrella companies, voices in the recruitment and umbrella sector have also issued warnings about possible pitfalls that could result.

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Long-awaited response to a 2021 call for evidence suggests regulating umbrella companies around employment rights.