Agency Worker Regulations were introduced back in October 2011 to ensure Temporary Workers are entitled to the same terms and conditions as equivalent permanent employees. The regulations apply to contactors on our Umbrella PAYE payroll and do not affect self employed contractors. Temporary workers on assignments exceeding 12 weeks of employment are entitled to receivethe same conditions relating to pay rates, working hours and holiday pay as permanent employees.
So 12 months on how has AWR impacted the recruitment industry? Reports show the following implications that have resulted from these new regulations;
- Increase in administration costs.
- Agency workers have reported to feel more valued resultingin clients reporting increased productivity.
- At the start of 2012 the recruitment industry saw a drop in useof Temporary workers although it is unclear if this is due to AWR or theeconomic climate.
Looking forward to 2013 the REC has predicted further growth for the recruitment industry. Tom Hadley, Director of Policy and Professional Services at the REC has commented; “In every country there has been a blip, but this has been rectified over time as people get used to the regulations”.
At Exchequer Solutions we continue to assist agencies with AWR by monitoring length of service of contractors on our Umbrella PAYE payroll. We also offer Calculations for parity pay. If you have any questions why not contact our Customer Service Manager, Emma on 01244 500195.
We want to hear how AWR has affected you. Send us your story by email; emma@exchequersolutions.co.uk, on LinkedIn or Tweet @ExchequerSol
