Hidden Risks in Your Supply Chain: What Every Business Needs to Know
In an increasingly complex contractor landscape, many businesses are unknowingly exposed to hidden compliance risks buried deep within their contingent labour supply chains. The introduction of the Off-Payroll (IR35) legislation has not only shifted responsibility for compliance but has also intensified the expectations on Fee Payers and end clients to ensure their supply chain is […]
Get Ahead of FY26/27: Legal Training to Protect Your Business
April might feel far away — but the new financial year always comes around quickly. For HR, Finance, and Procurement teams, that means now is the ideal time to review compliance processes, refresh knowledge, and make sure everyone understands their legal responsibilities around employment status and IR35. As the UK’s only regulated law firm specialising […]
Brookson Legal Discusses IR35 Risks on Energy Voice, Out Loud Podcast
Brookson Legal’s Marcus Kenny, recently joined Energy Voice news editor Erikka Askeland on the show floor at SPE Offshore Europe 2025 to discuss one of the most pressing issues facing employers: IR35 compliance. In the podcast, Marcus explains why businesses can no longer afford to ignore IR35 determinations and the importance of taking proactive steps […]
IR35 Investigations: Why You Haven’t Seen Many – But They Are Happening
When the off-payroll (IR35) rules were extended to the public sector in 2017 and later to the private sector in 2021, businesses braced themselves for HMRC investigations. For many, the lack of immediate headlines about fines may have felt like nothing was happening. The truth? IR35 investigations take years to build — but when they […]
The Long Road of IR35 Investigations
Umbrella Company Reform: What End Hirers Need to Know About the Draft Legislation
Published: July 2025 – Draft Legislation The Government has now published draft legislation as part of its plan to tackle non-compliance in the umbrella company market. The changes are significant, with the supply chain facing direct financial risk from 6 April 2026 for tax debts arising from umbrella companies in their supply chain. With over […]
HMRC Confirms April 2026 Umbrella Company Reform
HMRC has confirmed its intention to introduce new rules governing umbrella company engagements from April 2026, with draft legislation expected in July 2025. The proposed changes will bring joint and several liability for unpaid tax within labour supply chains where umbrella companies are involved. This means that end clients, agencies, and umbrella companies could all […]
ITV’s £61m IR35 Provision: What Broadcasters Need to Know
ITV has announced it’s setting aside £61 million to cover a potential tax liability following a review of how it engages freelancers and contractors. The news comes as HMRC continues to focus heavily on IR35 compliance, particularly in sectors like broadcasting and media where freelance and contractor engagements are common. Why does this matter? If […]
Why HMRC’s CEST ‘Update’ Doesn’t Change the Compliance Risks for Your Business
Earlier this month, HMRC quietly refreshed its Check Employment Status for Tax (CEST) tool — a resource many organisations rely on to help determine whether contractors fall inside or outside IR35. But while the look and feel of the tool may have had a facelift, scratch beneath the surface and it’s clear that very little […]
Small Company Thresholds and IR35: What the 2025 Changes Mean for You
IR35 and the off-payroll working rules continue to evolve, and a key update is coming into play from 6th April 2025 – one that could affect thousands of businesses and the contractors they engage. HMRC has confirmed that changes to the Companies (Accounts and Reports) (Amendment and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2024 will increase two of […]