The New CEST Tool Questionnaire – What We Think

In early 2020, HMRC released the new version of the CEST (check employment status for tax) tool. However, if the general commentary on the tool is to be believed, the tool is still deficient of things; such as mutuality of obligations. Furthermore, there are still...

Decoding the CEST tool – Part 1 (Office bearer)

HMRC recently released an updated version if its CEST tool. This tool is used extensively in the public sector by clients in determining the status of the contractors their hire. There is general outcry against the CEST tool – with reports suggesting that the tribunal...

Why Increasing Number of Banks are Avoiding Engagement with IR35

There has been a lot in the news about the upcoming changes to the IR35, with many banks choosing not to engage with the process at all. Tesco Bank, Barclays, HSBC and Lloyds have all been reviewing their use of contractors, and rather than dealing with the IR35...

The short-sighted Barclays and HSBC IR35 decision

If you are working as a contractor, you probably haven’t escaped the news that Barclays and HSBC are no longer prepared to engage with contractors. This is following the IR35 changes set for the private sector in April 2020. This includes contractors who provide their...

The biggest myths in securing external IT talent

When it comes to securing external IT talent, there are always options to consider and it can be difficult to find the right option to suit your business and the project you are covering. In this article, we will explore the biggest myths in securing IT talent and...

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