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Off-payroll working delayed until April 2021

A shock announcement last night saw Chief treasury secretary Steve Barclay announce that the change to the off-payroll working rules will be delayed for one year to 6th April 2021. This is part of additional support for businesses and individuals to deal with the economic impacts of Covid-19. The delay means that the different rules that exist for inside and outside the public sector will continue to apply until 6 April 2021.

Wed 18th Mar, 2020 | Kerry Hull

Industry News

Infographic: February Contractor Market Report

Each month we highlight key points taken from REC's Jobs Outlook Survey to bring you the latest contractor market trends.

Thu 12th Mar, 2020 | Tom Sweeney

Industry News

Budget 2020 - The Headlines

In the first UK Budget since Spring 2018, the new Conservative Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, today had to factor in the major financial, business and societal disruption caused by the outbreak and threat of the COVID 19, or coronavirus.

Wed 11th Mar, 2020 | David McManus

News

Sam volunteers at Street League

At PayStream, we are committed to making a difference to those in our local community, which is why we have partnered with Benefacto, an organisation that works with small charities to provide professional volunteers who spend a one off day in work hours to come along and help out with sessions.

Sun 8th Mar, 2020 | Tom Sweeney

PayStream News

Steven's PayStream journey

Steven has been working at PayStream for the past couple of years as our Senior Digital Marketing Executive. He looks after all content for the company's social media channels, as well as contributing to our email campaign strategy, SEO management, video creation, webinar hosting and literature design. We wanted to find out a little more about Steven and his PayStream journey.

Fri 28th Feb, 2020 | Tom Sweeney

Contractor Info

The Big Picture - February 2020

With the introduction of the new legislation due in a matter of weeks you will spot a trend with this month’s newsletter – help and advice regarding the off-payroll working legislation. For instance, if you’re a limited company contractor affected by the changes, you may not be aware of how an umbrella company differs from an agency payroll, so we explain the difference between the two and the benefits that can be gained from working as an umbrella company contractor.

Thu 27th Feb, 2020 | Paul Malley

Industry News

HM Treasurys review of changes to the off-payroll working rules

The last minute review of how the new rules would operate, brought about by an intense campaign by and on behalf of the contracting industry, led to HMRC undertaking a detailed review of the draft legislation due to come into effect on 6th April 2020. Here is a quick look at the key outcomes and what you need to know ahead of the deadline.

Thu 27th Feb, 2020 | David McManus

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In the spotlight - Abigail Thomson

This month we are introducing Abigail Thomson – Customer Care Advisor. This is a chance to let you get to know who you are working with a little more closely…

Tue 25th Feb, 2020 | Kerry Hull

Contractor Info

Is contracting still right for you?

If you're still undecided about whether to go permanent or contract, here are a few reasons why becoming a contractor might still be the best fit for you.

Fri 21st Feb, 2020 | Steven Cheeseman

Contractor Info

Expenses for limited company contractors

Working as a limited company contractor has a lot of advantages, but it does mean you're responsible for plenty of running costs. Fortunately, there are tax relief and allowances that can help you maximise your take home pay, as well as different expenses you can claim. But negotiating the HMRC labyrinth can be complicated, and it's easy to get confused over what you can and can’t claim. Here's our very brief guide to claiming expenses.

Wed 19th Feb, 2020 | Arif Patel

Contractor Info

Umbrella Company vs. Pay As You Earn (PAYE). What's the difference?

Mon 17th Feb, 2020 | Kerry Hull

Contractor Info

Maggie Darling's first steps into Umbrella contracting

Deciding to become a contractor can be nerve-wracking. Find out how Maggie managed it, as well as how PayStream were able to help her start her journey.

Tue 11th Feb, 2020 | Steven Cheeseman