by Ashley | Feb 23, 2024 | Construction Industry
Disagreements, conflicts, and disputes aren’t uncommon in business, and the construction industry sees its fair share. Even small construction projects can suffer setbacks and unforeseen issues resulting in delays, payment issues, or client disputes. But while these...
by Ashley | Jan 16, 2024 | Construction Industry
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) was introduced in the UK in the 70s as a way to prevent tax avoidance. Although it has seen lots of revisions and updates over the years, the purpose is still the same. Under current CIS rules, contractors must make CIS...
by Ashley | Nov 21, 2023 | Construction Industry, Subcontractors
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) was originally set up in the 1970s to tackle tax dodging. Over the past 50 years, it has undergone various changes (and will no doubt undergo more changes in the future). As it stands, you must register for CIS as a contractor if...
by Ashley | Feb 25, 2023 | Construction Industry
There are many myths surrounding the long-term use of subcontractors in the construction industry. Government guidance on what constitutes genuine self-employment is vague. And many payroll companies spread misinformation on purpose to scare construction firms into...
by Ashley | Aug 22, 2022 | Construction Industry, Employment Status, Subcontractors
Ever thought it was strange that payroll and umbrella companies say you can’t pay subbies long-term, but then they do exactly that? Odd, isn’t it? What if we told you you don’t need a payroll or umbrella company to work with subbies long-term? You can pay them without...
by Ashley | Jul 5, 2022 | Construction Industry, Employment Status
Have you ever been told that IR35 means you can’t use subbies long-term? It’s bullshit, of course. Just another scare tactic to convince construction firms they have to use a payroll company. IR35 has nothing to do with how long you work with subbies. It’s about the...
