Employees v. Contractors: What's the tax and legal difference and why you should care

Business Gateway West Lothian have organised this short breakfast seminar for local employers on Thursday 21 May 2009.

In association with Springfords, accountants and business advisers and MBM Commercial LLP.

In the current economic climate, employers may be attracted to the idea of working with independent contractors instead of hiring employees as this can allow the flexibility employers need to respond to changing circumstances quickly and cost effectively.

Consequently they have frequently tried to classify workers as independent contractors when in the eyes of both the law and HM Revenue and Customs they will be treated as employees.

Deciding which category of worker to use should be treated cautiously. This breakfast seminar aims to provide employers with the facts to ensure they can make informed decisions to avoid the pitfalls.

The speakers are:

Carol Wright - partner in Springfords - accountants and business advisers - offering solutions to owner managed businesses at all stages of their growth cycle.

John Lee – Head of Employment Law at MBM Commercial LLP – offering employment related services to corporate clients and senior executives.

The seminar takes place at the Enterprise Centre in Livingston. To secure your place phone Laura Maltman on 01506 777925 or email bgateway@westlothian.gov.uk