Reform of Holiday Pay for Irregular Hours and Part-Year Workers

The Government has announced changes to the rules surrounding holiday pay for irregular hours and part-year workers, which will come into effect from

Recruiters: How to Get your Contractors Paid by Your Umbrella Company

Umbrella employment is generally simple and registration should be quick and easy, but there are some things that your umbrella needs to do before

How Important is it to Pay Your Contractors Quickly?

Paying contractors quickly is often listed as a selling point for umbrella companies, and we know that when new contractors join an umbrella, they’re

Meet the Orange Genie Team – Marnie

Following on from our interviews with Tyler and Sophia, this month’s Meet the Team episode features Marnie, who oversees the day to day running our

Autumn Statement – November 2023

Jeremey Hunt, the Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered his Autumn Statement today, the 22nd November 2023, calling it “the Autumn Statement for

Small Business Owners: How do you Take Payment for Your Services?

What’s the best way to take payment for your services? Obviously, that will depend on your business, the industry you work in and the expectations of

6 Months Financial Check for Your Limited Company

We’re five months away from the end of the tax year, which means there’s still time to adjust your tax planning if necessary. With that in mind, this

5 Ideas for Your Small Company’s Christmas Party and a Tax Saving Too!

It’s that time of year again when businesses all over the UK start to look at the annual event exemption as they plan the budget for their Christmas

Why We Partner with Mettle by NatWest

Your choice of business bank account can have a significant effect on your business, and there’s a lot of variation in the cost and services offered.

What Recruiters Need to Know About Umbrella Advance Payments

If you’re a recruiter and you manage contractors, you’ll know that sometimes you just need to get someone paid right away. Depending on the situation,

Why Recruiters Should Avoid Offshore Umbrella Companies

It’s easy to see why your contractors might want to use an offshore umbrella company. A quick Google search will show you a number of companies, eager

What does the Consultation on Umbrella Company Regulation Mean for Recruiters and Contractors?

The second consultation on umbrella company regulation  closed in August 2023, and the industry is still waiting for news and in need of regulation,