HMRC provides guidance for spotting a compliant umbrella company
28/05/2021
Working with a compliant umbrella company is crucial for both contractors and agencies alike. We have likely all heard the unseemly tales of dodgy businesses...
Moving from PSC to Umbrella
30/10/2020
We have some compelling reasons why both contractors and agencies should partner with Sterling ahead of our competitors. Contractors We offer competitive flexible margins...
Prevention is the best cure…
10/09/2020
Are you looking for an Umbrella company that offers that little bit more, with more added extras and benefits? Maybe with the upcoming IR35 reforms,...
IR35 reforms are looming, do you have contractors in search of an Umbrella provider? Are you a contractor looking for an Umbrella provider?
30/07/2020
IR35 reforms are due to come into force in April 2021, however many contractors are now looking at their options in readiness. We have already...
Chancellor unveils £30bn plan in summer mini-budget
09/07/2020
Yesterday, Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered the summer economic plan to help the UK recover from the Coronavirus pandemic, including plans to protect jobs. Below we...
Sterling gains FCSA Accreditation
27/05/2020
We are delighted that we have successfully passed the FCSA audit process and have now gained full accreditation. Becoming accredited, we have undergone a rigorous...
Industry bodies join forces to seek urgent clarity on Furlough pay and Umbrella employees
09/04/2020
The leading professional bodies for our industry have joined forces to seek urgent clarity from the government regarding how Furlough pay is to be calculated...
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
31/03/2020
The government has confirmed that they will reimburse 80% of workers’ wages if they are made Furlough. From what we understand, Umbrella employees will be...
The Umbrella route…. The myths, the benefits and the options Sterling offer
25/03/2020
The Umbrella route is an ideal option for contractors what want to maintain the flexibility that contracting offers, whilst gaining the benefits employment can bring....
Budget 2020 – The key points
13/03/2020
Budget 2020 – the key points Janene Rudge, our Commerical Director summarises the key points of Wednesday's budget. Earlier this week, the new chancellor Rishi...
