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IR35

Opinion

Welcome to the North Sea gig economy

The erosion of the rights and pay of North Sea energy industry workers appear to have taken a further turn for the worse amid the gig economy.

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The flexible workforce. Is it time to change our approach?

The oil and gas sector has relied on contractor talent for many years. With uncertainty on the horizon for 2023, the flexibility and agility offered by this workforce will be more important than ever.

Opinion

What does 2023 hold for the flexible workforce?

2022 brought a huge amount of turbulence: from the energy crisis triggered by war in Ukraine to legislative U-turns and windfall tax increases creating uncertainty over investments in the North Sea.

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IR35 repeal repealed – where do we stand now?

During the mini-Budget in September, the Government repealed the recent changes to IR35 – those introduced in the public sector in 2017 and private sector in 2021.

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Is the energy sector ready to scale up its flexible workforce?

Liz Truss’s plans for major projects and new exploration in the North Sea is set to create a surge in demand for experienced contractors in the energy sector, yet the industry is already struggling to recruit amidst a national engineering skills shortage.

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Navigating the pitfalls of IR35

The recently published House of Commons Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report into the IR35 reforms has confirmed that the UK needs an effective tax framework to enable businesses to access the flexible workforce.

Opinion

IR35 and legal consultants – what you need to know

The oil & gas industry was arguably worst hit by the IR35 changes, due to heavily relying on consultants, particularly lawyers. Understandably, some businesses are still unsure of how to manage IR35’s stipulations so they can access instant legal expertise, and ease pressure on in-house legal teams. But there is a way forward, which can minimise the impact IR35 has on businesses. Using freelance providers can ease a huge admin burden, but it’s important business understand their obligations too.