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For our agency partners, we act as true consultants. With extensive experience in your industry, we provide advice from a position of knowledge.

Our contractor payroll solutions are designed to work for your contractors, ensuring complete compliance and giving you absolute peace of mind whether that is PAYE, Limited Company or Self Employed and no matter where they are located in the world. Our dedicated account team supports you with their specialisms in both sector and function (HR, Payroll, Tax, and Accountancy).

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For our agency partners, we go further than most other
payroll providers when it comes to compliance:

Direct Consultation

We engage with both consultants and agency partners to ensure that our payroll solutions meet the needs of both parties and align with industry best practices.

Real-Time Auditing

Every payslip and transaction is audited in real time by a third-party supplier, with information shared across all stakeholders.

HMRC Submissions

Every PAYE and VAT submission to HMRC is audited in real time by a third-party supplier, with information shared across all stakeholders

Gold Standard Compliance

We adhere strictly to the Criminal Finance Act.

Open Office Policy

We welcome all our agency partners to visit our offices and see how we operate first-hand.

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Whether you’re looking for local compliance or managing international payroll challenges, Honest Payroll delivers reliable, expert solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Partner with us for a streamlined payroll experience that prioritises transparency, efficiency, and compliance regulations.

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Additionally, for extra reassurance, we are legally backed by the UK’s leading tax and employment law specialist, Chartergates.

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What the New 2026 Right to Work Changes Mean for Your Business

The Right to Work rules are changing from 1 October 2026 – and they could affect far more businesses than ever before. For years, many organisations believed Right to Work checks only applied to employees. From 1 October 2026, that changes significantly. The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 expands the UK’s illegal working […]

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The Future of Contractor Payroll in the UK: What Contractors & Agencies Should Prepare For (2026 Update)

The world of contractor payroll in the UK has changed significantly over the past decade. From IR35 reforms to increased compliance requirements across recruitment supply chains, both contractors and agencies now face a more complex landscape than ever before. And the changes are far from over. From April 2026, new regulatory developments linked to Making […]

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Building Your International Contractor Arm? Payroll Shouldn’t Be the Bottleneck.

How recruitment agencies in AI and Tech can scale their contractor offering without creating a payroll headache. The AI and Tech recruitment market is moving fast. And if your agency is two, three or four years old, you’ve probably already built a solid permanent recruitment business. You have clients. You have candidates. You have a […]

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New Rules. New Risks. Is Your Agency Payroll-Ready?

12 November 2025

What’s Changing?   From April 2026, the UK government is introducing stricter regulations for payroll compliance, particularly affecting agencies working with umbrella companies and contractors. The changes are designed to: Increase transparency in pay rates and deductions Crack down on non-compliant umbrella models Hold recruitment agencies jointly liable for tax avoidance or incorrect PAYE handling Require clearer Key Information […]

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How Honest Payroll Helps Accountancy Firms Scale Efficiently:

10 June 2026

We Deliver Specialist Payroll Support for Accountants Who Want to Focus on Growth. Payroll has become one of the most complex and time-consuming services an accountancy firm can offer. From RTI submissions and auto-enrolment pensions to CIS deductions, statutory payments and ever-changing HMRC regulations, payroll requires constant attention, technical expertise and absolute accuracy. For many […]

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Contractor Payroll Compliance Checklist: A Practical Guide for Contractors and Recruitment Agencies

30 March 2026

Payroll shouldn’t be complicated. But for many contractors and recruitment agencies, it often is. With increasing regulation, evolving compliance expectations, and greater visibility across recruitment supply chains, payroll has become more than just processing payments — it’s now a key part of risk management, trust, and contractor experience. The challenge is that issues don’t always […]

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How Honest Payroll Specialist Contractor Insurance with AVIVA Helps Agencies Protect Their Workforce and Gain a Competitive Edge

In today’s contractor market, agencies are under increasing pressure to do more than simply place talent. Contractors expect stronger support, greater protection and genuine investment in their wellbeing — particularly when working internationally, offshore or in higher-risk environments. At Honest Payroll, we recognised that agencies needed a more complete workforce solution. That’s why we partnered […]

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Protecting International Contractors: The Honest Way.

Comprehensive & Affordable: International contractor insurance from around £10 a month. Up to £10 million Public Liability. Up to £5 million Professional Indemnity. A specialist solution from Honest Payroll. When you’re placing or working as an international contractor, payroll is only part of the picture. What happens if something goes wrong? Who covers the contractor […]

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Why Contractor Take-Home Pay Isn’t What You Expect (And What To Check)

When a contractor accepts a new assignment, the first thing they often focus on is the advertised day rate. £250 a day. £400 a day. £600 a day. But the reality is that the amount that lands in their bank account can be very different from the headline figure. For both contractors and recruitment agencies, […]

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Why Energy Sector Contractors Trust Honest Payroll

12 November 2025

Tailored payroll services designed for the energy sector with precision, compliance, and care. Payroll Solutions Built for Energy Projects The energy sector is fast paced, complex, and constantly evolving. Whether you’re managing an offshore installation, a multi-vessel crew, or a high-pressure gas infrastructure project, your payroll needs to be accurate, compliant, and adaptable every single time. […]

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Case Study: Global Talent Retention: How Honest Payroll and EOR Solved an International Relocation Challenge

Case Study: Global Talent Retention: How Honest Payroll and EOR Solved an International Relocation Challenge.   Industry: Recruitment & Workforce Solutions  Service: Employer of Record (EOR)  Solution Date: Q3 2025   The Challenge: Retaining Key Talent Post-Relocation   Our client faced a critical situation: the potential loss of a key employee who was relocating to […]

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Case Study: Navigating Norwegian Withholding Tax (Kildeskatt) for Offshore Energy

19 November 2025

Client: Tech Professionals.   Services Industry: Offshore Energy & Marine  Service: Norwegian Withholding Tax (kildeskatt) Compliance & Reporting  Date: Q3 2025   The Challenge: Urgent Norwegian Tax Compliance.   Tech Professionals Services required immediate support to pay their self-employed contractors working in Norwegian waters. Critically, they lacked the in-house expertise and infrastructure to manage the […]

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