Navigating the Employment Rights Bill, Umbrella Legislation and other Legislative Updates

26 Nov

In this webinar, Chris Fahey, owner of AGPayroll, discusses the upcoming changes in UK employment law, particularly focusing on the Employment Rights Bill and new umbrella legislation. He shares his unique background in payroll and football, emphasising the importance of compliance in the payroll industry. The conversation covers the implications of the new legislation for agencies, the responsibilities they will have, and the potential consequences of non-compliance. Chris also highlights the importance of working with accredited payroll companies to ensure compliance and avoid legal repercussions.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

AGPayroll focuses on compliance, technology, and service in the payroll industry. The UK Employment Rights Bill aims to strengthen protections for temporary and contractor workers. Agencies will face higher compliance expectations under the new legislation. The new umbrella legislation introduces joint liability for unpaid taxes between agencies and umbrella companies.

Non-compliance with the new legislation could lead to severe financial and legal consequences. The Fair Work Agency will oversee the implementation of the new rights and compliance measures. Agencies must review contracts to ensure they align with the new Employment Rights Act. Using non-compliant payroll companies can result in criminal liability for individuals within the agency.

AGPayroll is committed to maintaining high compliance standards and has received industry recognition for its efforts.