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Updated on 6 April 2026

Umbrella company terminology

If you are new to umbrella working, you may be hearing lots of new words or phrases for the first time and not know what they mean. Here we break down 10 key phrases you need to understand.

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Updated on 6 April 2026

One to many campaigns

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) use one to many campaigns to send a standard message to many customers. The aim of their one to many approach is to influence behaviour, so that customers are more likely to comply with their tax obligations. Our guidance explains the different types of one to many ...

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Updated on 6 April 2026

Universal credit transitional protection

Transitional protection is designed to ease the transition for claimants moving from tax credits and other legacy benefits to universal credit under the formal managed migration exercise. A similar transitional protection is available for tax credit claimants moving to pension credit on receipt of ...

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Updated on 6 April 2026

Free umbrella company payslip audit

If you’re employed through an umbrella company and want to understand if they are dealing with your pay and taxes correctly, you can request a free payslip audit. This audit will be carried out by special software developed by compliance and technology firm SafeRec, who have kindly ...

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