contract term

[SteelyDan]

So, just received new contract which has this clause:

I agree that at all times I shall comply with the Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003 (ITEPA) and Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act 1992 (SSCBA) and all other statutes and regulations relating to income tax and National Insurance Contributions. I agree that the Client may, at any time during the term of this Contract, request the Supplier to provide information which demonstrates how I comply with the above Acts or provide appropriate evidence why I consider that the legislation does not apply to my circumstances. I acknowledge that the Client may instruct (agency) to terminate my assignment if I fail after ten (10) working days’ notice from the Client’s request, to either provide adequate information to the Client in response to the request, or to demonstrate why the legislation does not apply to my circumstances,. I further agree that the Client may supply to HMRC, any information which it receives from me or the Supplier concerning my tax affairs for the purpose of the collection and management of revenue.

Not seen this before, so what's it all about & is it a major issue?

[northernladuk]

You could ask QDOS for clarrification when you put it in for review?

Are you direct or via an agency?

[northernladuk]

Could try a quick Google as well.
https://corriculo.co.uk/itepa-mean-r...sonal-details/

[SteelyDan]

Could try a quick Google as well.
https://corriculo.co.uk/itepa-mean-r...sonal-details/

thanks but am up against the clock on this, monday start, it's via an agency, organisation is a charity. What's the fees for QDOS these days and can they turn around in a day?

[northernladuk]

thanks but am up against the clock on this, monday start, it's via an agency, organisation is a charity. What's the fees for QDOS these days and can they turn around in a day?

Yes. It will cost you but they do a 24 hour service.

This is a perfect example of where a review must be done regardless of timescales. I'll delay the start of the gig a day or two if need be. Starting with an unreviewed contract with odd clauses in will only end in tears.

[adubya]

It's all very person-centric i.e. "I" and "my" rather than a contract between two businesses.

If QDOS do turn it round in a day and they turn up with a FAIL then what next ? Can't see contract change modifications completing before Monday.

[Cirrus]

Can't see you'll get the nod from QDOS

I'm different to Northern.

I'd just sign it and if they ever come asking then I'd keep stalling until they eventually (possibly) terminate me. Most likely nothing would ever happen.

[SueEllen]

Being up against the clock doesn't mean you shouldn't get the contract reviewed.

If the client is public sector then you expect to get terms like that in. Personally if you are worried about giving notice you can leave the term in.

[SteelyDan]

I'm different to Northern.

I'd just sign it and if they ever come asking then I'd keep stalling until they eventually (possibly) terminate me. Most likely nothing would ever happen.

Yep, given timescales involved, I've taken this tack, spoken to agency & advised if I'm asked to provide such info, I'll decline & they can invoke termination.

[GB9]

If it isnt a government department then tell them to strike it out. Personally I wouldn't touch with a long pole. Your tax affairs have nothing to do with the end client.