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Agency
Parity
End client
Primark
Outside IR35 banned
Division: ICT
Further to our comm’s on 28th February 2020, in which we confirmed that Primark will no longer engage UK Contractors through a PSC.
In the interim, effective today, we are confirming that this serves to formally issue 4 weeks’ notice of termination.
MASS CONTRACTOR EXODUS.
End client
Primark
Outside IR35 banned
Division: ICT
Every single SDS appeal was declined with the same response. Primark no longer engaging with PSC. FTC or Umbrella only.
End client
Primark
Outside IR35 banned
Division: ICT
Initial CEST was completed using completely erroneous information. Appeal rejected without reason or feedback.
End client
Primark
Unfair IR35 assessment
Division: IT
They used CEST and said it wasn't a blanket assessment but oddly enough, we all got the same answers. Appeals have duly gone in, but that was 2 weeks ago and nothing further has been heard. The atmosphere is poor and a number of contractors will be leaving
End client
Ordnance Survey
Outside IR35 banned
Division: Business Analyst
No fair assessment, blanket decision, when challenged shoulders shrugged. To be fair they are so vague in the role that I am not surprised and it is probably safer for all to assess as inside!
End client
Primark
Unfair IR35 assessment
Division: ICT
CEST used & everyone found inside. They say role based but feels like blanket assessment. 1 week to appeal then 1 week to sign a new contract or walk. New contracts not shared until you agree with the SDS. Parity are also charging 12.5 percent for employment ‘costs’ before PAYE. Everyone leaving if appeals fail