Source · Select Committees · Public Accounts Committee
Recommendation 8
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The absence of a clear definition of self-employment, and limited access to relevant personal information...
Conclusion
The absence of a clear definition of self-employment, and limited access to relevant personal information for each contractor, can make it challenging for hiring organisations to make status determinations confidently.13 Hiring organisations can face significant financial consequences if they incorrectly assess someone as self-employed, and this risk may affect their determinations.14