Workforce Matters

Industry news and organisation updates from the only not-for-profit trade association in the temporary labour sector

Stay tuned for the FCSA report on the
Finance Bill 2025

The draft legislation has landed.

We’ve already published our initial expert overview webinar.
Stay tuned next week for our full report, highlighting what it means for recruiters, end clients and payment intermediary companies.

As the leading voice for the temporary labour sector, we will continue to provide updates regarding all legislative changes, with advice on how you can keep your business compliant.

Articles of Interest

Explore key insights, trends, and updates impacting the freelance and contractor sector in our curated selection of topical articles.

Lutz v Ryanair DAC and Anor: Court of Appeal upholds decisions of Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal concerning employment status of agency pilot

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For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers: the implications of the Supreme Court ruling on gender under the Equality Act 2010

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A Fresh Look for our Business Partner Programme

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Introducing Kintec: Same Experts. Smarter Brand. Bigger Vision.

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Kintec30 June 2025

veriPAYE

See veriPAYE in Action.

Book a demo.

Ready to take the guesswork out of payroll compliance? veriPAYE automatically checks payslips, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and peace of mind for umbrella companies and recruiters. Book a demo today to see how veriPAYE can integrate with your payroll software and streamline your processes.

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Diligence Hub

Stay Compliant with Confidence.

Diligence Hub Has You Covered

Compliance in the umbrella and payroll sector is more complex than ever, and staying ahead of changing regulations is a constant challenge. That’s why we created Diligence Hub—a one-stop compliance solution designed to help recruiters and businesses navigate the ever-evolving landscape with ease.

Want to simplify your compliance process and stay ahead of regulatory changes? Diligence Hub is here to help.

Find out more today.

Business Partner Spotlights

veriPAYE by FCSA

The high-security payroll verification software. veriPAYE ensures accurate and timely payroll verification, giving umbrella companies confidence that payments are correct and compliant. Our platform provides a centralised source of payroll data, verified in real time, reducing administrative burden and minimising errors. This means accurate payments, problem flagging, and complete transparency

Jarvis Workplace Pension

Jarvis Workplace Pension provides Umbrella Companies with a flexible, auto-enrolment, salary sacrifice solution that intelligently guides members in planning and tailoring their retirement lifestyle.

Diligence Hub by FCSA

We understand that the due diligence process can be complex and time-consuming, especially when dealing with multiple recruiters or umbrella companies. Although there are varying lengths businesses will go to when conducting due diligence checks, all the questions (sometimes hundreds of them!) are similar in nature and cover the same

Latest Member Accreditations

The most recent accreditations and re-accreditations in the FCSA Membership.

Caroola Accountancy

Latest Recruiter Partners

Agency Partners that have signed up to use FCSA Members on their PSL/ASL for the protection of their supply chain.

Crone Corkill Limited

Certain Advantage

Tatton Recruitment Group Limited T/A Certain Advantage & Crone Corkill

Cititec Talent Limited

Join FCSA

As a Recruiter Partner

Join FCSA as a Recruiter Partner for exclusive compliance resources, tools like DiligenceHub, and to enhance client trust. Sign up today!

As a Business Partner

Become an FCSA Business Partner to access industry insights, connect with accredited members, and expand your brand’s reach. Join us!

As a Member

Join FCSA as a Member for trusted accreditation, industry support, and resources that drive success in the flexible workforce.

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Workforce Matters

Stay tuned for the FCSA report on theFinance Bill 2025

Articles of Interest

veriPAYE

See veriPAYE in Action.

Book a demo.

Diligence Hub

Stay Compliant with Confidence.

Diligence Hub Has You Covered

Business Partner Spotlights

veriPAYE by FCSA

Jarvis Workplace Pension

Diligence Hub by FCSA

Latest Member Accreditations

Caroola Accountancy

Latest Recruiter Partners

Crone Corkill Limited

Certain Advantage

Tatton Recruitment Group Limited T/A Certain Advantage & Crone Corkill

Cititec Talent Limited

Join FCSA

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As a Business Partner

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Stay tuned for the FCSA report on the
Finance Bill 2025