APSCo Insight with Trowers & Hamlins: Employment update - specific focus on IR35 and tax compliance

The IR35 and off-payroll working landscape continues to evolve rapidly, with significant implications for agencies, end clients, and contractors alike. Recent government announcements, new case law, and HMRC guidance are reshaping how businesses must approach compliance in their labour supply chains.

This comprehensive webinar will provide essential updates on current developments and practical guidance for navigating the complex requirements of IR35 compliance in multi-agency labour supply arrangements.

Topics Covered Include:

Recent Legal Developments

• Comprehensive round-up of recent IR35 cases and employment status considerations
• Key takeaways and implications for business operations
   

Current Off-Payroll Working Rules

• Clear outline of regulations affecting agencies
• Special focus on multi-agency labour supply chains and compliance responsibilities
   

Autumn Budget 2024 Impact

• Analysis of announcements regarding non-compliant umbrella companies
• Proposed risk shift to end clients and agencies
• Commentary on draft legislation (if published)
   

HMRC's Latest Guidance

• Deep dive into HMRC's January 2025 GfC and its implications for the umbrella market
• Practical application of new guidance requirements
   

Real-World Insights

• Practical observations from current labour supply chain arrangements
• Common compliance challenges and how to address them

Key Takeaways include:

• What arrangements are "Inside IR35"
• Likely direction of travel in context of IR35 and businesses
• What businesses need to do to understand their labour supply chain and evaluate and manage the risk profile