HMRC change their Check Employment Status for Tax (CEST) digital tool

Another key announcement of the budget was the changes to the current CEST tool. These changes came into place on 30th April.

HMRC will publish new guidance that offers help on how to answer the revised questions. HMRC is committed to standing behind the outcomes of this tool where it has been used correctly.

The CEST tool has received criticism since it's inception, so critics are dubious about the latest announcement. For now, this tool should still only be used as a form of guidance regarding the employment status of your labour only sub contractors.

For a compliant CIS payroll solution that removes the ambiguity of your sub contractors employment status, please contact sales@rollpay.co.uk or call 0800 131 0131.