APSCo August Legal Updates

APSCo Update - Tackling non-compliance in the Umbrella company market
The Government has recently published its draft tax legislation that will form a new chapter of Part 2 of the Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003 (ITEPA).

Under the new legislation, recruitment companies and end clients that engage workers via an umbrella company or other employment intermediaries will be liable for any failures from the Umbrella company or EOR to correctly deduct PAYE and National Insurance contributions.

APSCo has drafted an update on the topic to assist you in understanding your new responsibilities. You can access it here.

A technical consultation on the draft legislation is open until 15 September 2025 and any questions or feedback can be sent to this email address: umbrellacompanyevidence@hmtreasury.gov.uk.

ACAS - Webinar "Let's talk about menopause at work"
The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) is holding a webinar to discuss the importance of supporting those experiencing the menopause at work.

This webinar, scheduled on 13 August 2025 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, will include:

• An overview of the menopause and who it affects;
• The impact in the workplace;
• An employer's legal responsibilities;
• Case studies from real experiences; and
• How the organisation and managers can support staff.