Originally Posted by
DrCuffe
The Irish government is taking a dim view of people being considered self employed, when they work solely for one employer. Apart from the disadvantages in terms of employment law from the viewpoint of the employee, the state looses out on tax revenue which might otherwise have been collected. This may be why that statement is being made at this time.
New legislation is needed with anti avoidance provisions to counteract such conduct by the hirer quasi employer.
In the UK get your MP involved to bring about change. Get BALPA on board to lobby as well.