Addressing the 2025 contingent workforce challenge: The ripple effect of the FCA’s motor finance review
Addressing the 2025 contingent workforce challenge: The ripple effect of the FCA’s motor finance review The UK’s financial services sector is facing a significant challenge over the next 12-18 months, one that will not only impact businesses directly involved in motor finance but also have far-reaching consequences for the broader contingent workforce landscape. With the […]
Navigating the HMRC Changes: Risks for Agencies and Businesses in the Transition to PAYE Responsibility
Introduction In a significant move on 30th October, HMRC announced that from April 2026 the responsibility to account for PAYE (Pay As You Earn) and National Insurance Contributions (NICs) will include agencies and businesses. This change comes as part of the ongoing efforts to tighten compliance in the UK labour market, ensuring that tax and […]
Why we won’t be passing on increased employer costs to our employees
The Autumn budget. In a potentially seismic shift following the Autumn 2024 Budget, hundreds of thousands of Britain’s contingent workers may soon find their take-home pay drastically reduced. Why? Controversial ‘umbrella companies’ that handle payroll and administrative services for contingent workers across various industries are preparing to pass on the rising employer costs. This change […]
Make the most of the improvement in the economy
The Economy Is Picking Up: How Rockford’s Contingent Recruitment Model Can Save Costs, Ensure Quality Candidates, and Reduce Hiring Risks The Economy Is Picking Up: How Rockford’s Contingent Recruitment Model Can Save Costs, Ensure Quality Candidates, and Reduce Hiring Risks As the economy begins to gather momentum after a period of uncertainty, businesses across industries […]
Why business leaders need to tread carefully with umbrella companies
Understanding Umbrella Companies: Why They Cause Problems for HR Directors, Supply Chain Directors, and Risk Directors Why umbrella companies Cause Problems for HR Directors, Supply Chain Directors, and Risk Directors Umbrella companies have become a common feature in the UK workforce, particularly for contract workers and freelancers. While they offer a convenient solution for managing […]