From 1 October 2026, Right to Work (RTW) requirements will be extended beyond traditional employment relationships to cover certain self-employed and subcontracted working arrangements, with further guidance awaited on the treatment of certain limited company arrangements. With construction remaining a key focus for Right to Work enforcement, businesses engaging self-employed operatives will need to ensure compliant Right to Work checks are carried out before workers start on site. Failure to...

The right paperwork today can prevent delays tomorrow. When a subcontractor is ready to begin engagement, everyone wants the same outcome—a smooth onboarding process and a productive first day on site. At Stonebridge Contracting Solutions, we carry out a thorough onboarding and compliance process before engaging a subcontractor. This helps us ensure we can provide our clients with a workforce that is ready to start work while meeting our legal and contractual obligations. Before we engage a...

We have summarised the key developments impacting the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) from April 2026. So, what’s changed? Stronger HMRC powers HM Revenue and Customs now has enhanced authority to act where a business “knew or should have known” about fraud within its supply chain. This includes the ability to remove Gross Payment Status immediately and apply penalties of up to 30 percent. Tougher consequences for non-compliance The implications of losing Gross Payment Status are now far...