Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to any questions you may have about umbrella employment, limited companies, or contracting in general.
What should I expect to see included in my Contact of Employment?
Your Contract of Employment should include your salary or rate of pay, your pay period, your working hours, your place of work, your paid holiday entitlement, and the minimum notice period applicable to both parties.
IR35 FAQs
What is IR35?
Does IR35 apply if I work through an Umbrella Company?
Can I Avoid IR35?
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Umbrella FAQs
Should I be wary of tax avoidance schemes which have recently sprung up as result of the COVID-19 virus?
Are there any HMRC scams concerning the COVID-19 virus?
What has the Government proposed to help umbrella employees?
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Agency FAQs
Would you recommend having a Preferred Supplier List?
Do you offer an advance payment service?
Do you provide dedicated support?
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Should I be wary of tax avoidance schemes which have recently sprung up as result of the COVID-19 virus?
Are there any HMRC scams concerning the COVID-19 virus?
What has the Government proposed to help umbrella employees?
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Agency FAQs
Would you recommend having a Preferred Supplier List?
Do you offer an advance payment service?
Do you provide dedicated support?
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