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The Key Information Document – A Reminder of Your Responsibilities

Key Information Document Explained Amid the turmoil of the pandemic, on the 6th April 2020, the UK government introduced the Key Information Document (KID) as

Agency Worker Regulations Explained

What is AWR AWR stands for Agency Workers Regulations (2010) and is a legislation designed specifically to protect agency workers from discrimination in favour of

Claiming Expenses with an Umbrella Company

Can I claim Expenses through my umbrella company? One of the most frequently asked questions that we receive is in relation to reclaiming expenses as

Working Time Regulations… Know the Facts

Being a contractor can mean many things; perhaps you’re working as a freelancer, operating through your own company, you’re self-employed or you’re working via an

Can I get another job while on furlough?

On the 20th March 2020, many businesses were forced to close their doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To support businesses and employees the UK

Woes of Working from home – we’re right there with you.

We at UC like many organisations in this past year have had to react quickly to changes including implementing and adapt to remote working practices.

The EU transition: Our amended procedures

After 4 + years of negotiation, December 31st 2020 saw the UK leave the European Union. Plenty of businesses have had to adopt new practices,

Self-care, perspective, and regaining balance

In a normal week, we would be publishing an article of opinion with some relevant industry, product or legislation news – but right now we

UK Government’s IR35 tool unable to determine employment status

Experts are urging businesses and contractors to scrutinize IR35 determination results produced by the Government’s CEST tool. In an attempt to streamline the introduction of their

The Key Information Document – A Reminder of Your Responsibilities

Agency Worker Regulations Explained

Claiming Expenses with an Umbrella Company

Working Time Regulations… Know the Facts

Can I get another job while on furlough?

Woes of Working from home – we’re right there with you.

The EU transition: Our amended procedures

Self-care, perspective, and regaining balance

UK Government’s IR35 tool unable to determine employment status

FAQs

Changing Agency / Multiple Agencies

How do I return to Umbrella Contracts?

Leaving Umbrella Contracts / Taking a Break

How can I get my payslips and P60?

How to raise a timesheet on the portal

How to use the timesheets portal

Why is there VAT on my invoice?

Understanding my payslip

Will bonuses or referrals be taxed?

Why has my pay changed?

What time do you make payments?

Do you do advance payments?