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Joint and Several Liability Is Here: What Recruitment Agencies Must Do Before 6 April

From 6 April 2026, the rules governing how recruitment agencies interact with umbrella companies change fundamentally. Under new umbrella company joint and several liability provisions,

25 March 2026

Thrivr Joins FCSA as a New Business Partner

We’re pleased to welcome Thrivr to the FCSA Business Partner community. Built specifically for the contingent and contractor workforce, Thrivr gives umbrella companies and payroll

25 March 2026

The Make Work Pay Consultation Closes 1 May: The Industry Must Have Its Say

The government’s consultation on modernising the agency work regulatory framework, published by the Department for Business and Trade on 6 February 2026 under the Make

24 March 2026

Unlocking Millions in Unused Apprenticeship Levy Funds for the Contractor Sector

The FCSA Levy Network connects large employers with unspent Apprenticeship Levy funds to accredited SMEs in the contractor sector. Learn how it works.

17 March 2026

Strengthening Protections in the Temporary Labour Market: Inside the Make Work Pay Consultation

On 6 February 2026, the Department for Business and Trade launched its Make Work Pay: Modernising the Agency Work Regulatory Framework consultation. This consultation seeks

5 March 2026

AI: Opportunities, risks, and responsible adoption in recruitment

AI is increasingly used throughout recruitment processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and consistency. Key applications include: Sourcing: AI tools help identify candidates with specific skills

4 March 2026

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Joint and Several Liability Is Here: What Recruitment Agencies Must Do Before 6 April

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Strengthening Protections in the Temporary Labour Market: Inside the Make Work Pay Consultation

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Unlocking Millions in Unused Apprenticeship Levy Funds for the Contractor Sector

Strengthening Protections in the Temporary Labour Market: Inside the Make Work Pay Consultation

AI: Opportunities, risks, and responsible adoption in recruitment

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