Contractor Resources


We have put this document together to provide contractors with the key information they need. From choosing whether to set up as Limited Company or Umbrella Company, calculating taxes and net pay to finding out about the latest regulations affecting contractors, including IR35, AWR, and more, we have it covered.

Gov.uk – explanation of how the Government views contracting

Contractor UK – home to the UK IT contracting community. Providing daily news and helpful guides as well as various calculators and an active members forum.

Contractor Calculator – a helpful site providing a range of calculators for a variety of tasks from calculating taxes and net pay through to comparing contract rate and effects of IR35.

FCSA – UK professional membership body dedicated to raising standards and promoting supply chain compliance for the temporary labour market.

Professional Passport – a helpful site providing a range of advice and guidance on all the major issues faced by contractors including: IR35, AWR, Opt-out, limited company considerations and more.

The above is intended as an overview only and is in no way comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice. This information can be also be downloaded in PDF format.