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    Legal Advice on contract issues with Agency

    Hi All, I have a problem with a recent contract that was terminated by the client wrongfully. Now they are just ignoring me, clearly hoping I'll go away. I have to say that I've never seen an Agency behaving like this one in several decades of contracting. I've done my own research into the...
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    Transfer-restriction clause

    Hi all, I’d appreciate some perspective from anyone who’s handled something like this. I contract through my Ltd company. Last month, I completed a short three-month engagement for a client via Agency A. That was a one-off; Agency A doesn’t have an ongoing supplier agreement with the client...
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    It Starts with IT Workers … But Where Will It End?

    Hi Everyone, We’ve just launched a petition calling on the UK Government to stop the unfair impact of the UK-India trade deal on British IT workers. Right now, UK-based IT professionals are being pushed aside while foreign outsourcing firms benefit from tax exemptions, visa advantages, and...
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    Client Meeting Ahead of Contract Review

    Agency is pushing me to have a client meeting tomorrow regarding my "onboarding plan" before I have sent my contract for external review, which I have stated will take 2 working days. I stated that once reviewed, if all is well then a start date after that is more realistic. I have been sent an...
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    Experiences with Using Technology in Construction

    Greetings, Folks, In today's ever-evolving world, technology plays a vital role in shaping the construction industry. We invite you to share your experiences and insights regarding the use of technology in construction projects. Whether you've embraced cutting-edge solutions or encountered...
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    • Replies: 30
    • Forum: General
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    Retrospective application of ‘inside IR35’ by client after contract ended

    Looking for peoples thoughts. Contracted via LTD for 11 months with overseas client, who have UK legal entity. Contract was outside IR35 truly. The contract spanned the change in legislation where client had to determine status. For the first 6 months it was down to contractor (pre April 21)...
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    Can Agency re-issue an amended contract before the current one has ended?

    My current contract is from August to February and all contractors will be on furlough from mid December to the New Year. However the agency has just issued me with a new contract to sign from mid December to the same end date in February but with a slightly less day rate than currently. Added...
    • Willy Win
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    • agency/umbrella contract advice contract breach contract change payment terms
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Business / Contracts
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    References from previous contracts

    Straight out of uni I went into contracting and had one contract with a government department and a couple with e-commerce companies. I've recently applied for a permanent position, but now they are asking for two references. I wonder how do I provide those. Can I contact the HR departments...
    • DaniX
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    • contract advice reference check
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: General
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    Changing Limited Company midway Outside IR35 contract

    Can someone with knowledge or having done the same please help. During Extension, Is it a good idea to change an outside IR35 contract from a current limited company issued with an Outside IR35 contract to a new Limited company operation from 9 months?? What are the implications?
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    Should I charge different rates for consulting and web development (same client)

    Hi everyone, I've been working with a client and currently making our collaboration more formal with a new contract. I'll be providing consulting (architecture etc.) services and possibly some web development hours as well. Should I have 2 different rates for these two services or do you think...
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    Should I continue on unpaid leave or end it?

    Through XYZ umbrella company and ABC recruiter I was working for EFG company. EFG company did not renew the contract after the contract period. So, after the contract, I left the UK and now planning to pick up a permanent role for sometime in the home country. I may return back to UK in an year...
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    Contract Has "7 Day Trial" Clause - Should I be worried?

    Received a new contract for review today. 6 months, 1 week's notice either side but with a trial period of 7 days on the schedule. Not seen a contract ever with a trial period specified, and as this is a company I have not worked with before am a bit uneasy. This is via an agency - anyone had...
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    What's the longest you have kept a client waiting following a gig offer?

    Just curious. I have always accepted pretty much straight away but following an interview (morning after) I still have some questions re structure of team, who I "report" to, more explanation of the scope of work which were not made clear to me at the time or that there was not sufficient time...
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    Contract extension sent 2 and a half months before my contract ends

    I have never heard of giving this much notice to renew. I'm only 3 and a half months into a 6 month contract and yesterday my agency sent me a contract renewal through asking me to sign it as soon as possible. My contract doesn't end until mid January and although it is 1 month's notice either...
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    12 Month Contract With Immediate Notice of Termination on Both Sides

    Anyone had experience of contracting through PSR (Public Sector Resourcing)? I've received an offer for a 12 month contract and the notice period is zero days on both sides. When I queried this with the consultant he said that yes, unfortunately there is no notice and immediate termination...
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    Contract Terminated Before Start Date

    Hi, I have a signed contract with my client using the Direct with end client contract template. 2 days prior to commencement of that contract they have told me that they no longer want me to start with them. The contract states a 4 week notice period both ways. Can I enforce this even though I...
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    Contracting Newbie: US-based client and contract review

    Hi, Apologies if this is mentioned elsewhere, I wasn't able to find anything relevant when searching. I am considering setting up a limited company to initially work with a US-client. They are currently drafting a contract and I have spoken with a few accountants including Maslins (thanks for...
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    need help- got a outside IR35 contract

    I am in a not so well paid perm at the moment and got a outside IR35 6 months contract role with a reasonable pay , with take home difference is 2000 GBP. The agency says after April when IR35 rules change, they will offer me 70-80 GBP per day extra to compensate which would keep take home same...
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    worth the move from perm to contract at present?

    I am in a not so well paid perm at the moment and got a outside IR35 6 months contract role with a reasonable pay , with take home difference is 2000 GBP. As its just few months away to the contract rules change , I am re-thinking. The agency says after IR35 rules change in April they will offer...
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    Contractor/Sub-Consultant vs. Agency Worker

    Back story: I've worked via agencies for many years and will be branching out to contractor work. I'll be providing temp office services cover to corporate (usually finance) companies. Also providing some virtual services. I already have interested end-clients, but have funding/research to do...

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