What is AWR? AWR stands for Agency Workers Regulations (2010) and is a legislation designed specifically to protect agency workers from any discrimination in favour
Amid the turmoil of the pandemic, on the 6th April 2020, the UK government introduced the Key Information Document (KID) as a part of their
One of the most frequently asked questions that we receive is in relation to reclaiming expenses as a contractor working through our umbrella services –
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,
I’m on furlough – can I get another job in the meantime? On the 20th March 2020, many businesses were forced to close their
We at CC like many organisations in this past year have had to react quickly to changes including implementing and adapt to remote working practices.
After 4 + years of negotiation, December 31st 2020 saw the UK leave the European Union. Plenty of businesses have had to adopt new practices, increase
In Demand – Has lockdown inspired new reasons to hire talented IT contractors? Over the past few months businesses have faced adapt or survive
With increased pressures in working life, it is no great surprise that Mental Health is now the number one reason for staff absence from the
You’ve made the decision to start contracting and have secured your first assignment, what options are available to you now? The more traditional choices would
As yet another national lockdown has eased the newly found freedom has yet again inspired the travel bug within many of us. Summer is traditionally
Remember when you were younger and people often asked, what do you want to be when you grow up? What was your response? Astronaut? Movie
You’ve applied for your dream job and received the news that you’ve been granted that all-important interview. Due to the current climate, it is more
The UK’s contractors have faced some trials and tribulations of late – and they don’t seem to be out of the woods yet. As the
Understandably, there is a high degree of procrastination and reluctance to initiate new ventures within UK businesses at the moment. “We’re seeing how things will
The Government will continue to support the self-employed under new measures announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak on Sept 24th, 2020. The extension to the Coronavirus Self
As a contractor, it is imperative to have an understanding and awareness of IR35 and how it’s determined to ensure that you are paying the
Some time ago, HMRC determined that a minority of contractors opting to work via their own ltd company (or Personal Service Company/PSC) were performing roles
It’s been a turbulent year. With many businesses adopting survival mode mid-March it is understandable that certain aspects of operation have found themselves lower on
Experts are claiming that the UK Economy could bounce back in as little as six months, thanks to the news of a vaccine breakthrough. Economists
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
We like to keep things simple at Clarity Contractors. Our primary purpose is to ensure you’re paid – on time, and accurately.