I got SC clearance last November but I'm in a contract now that does not need Clearance. My understanding is that it will lapse after 12 months if I'm not in a role that requires clearance. Is this true and if so is there any way I can extend the expiry date?
- Visitors can check out the Forum FAQ by clicking this link. You have to register before you can post: click the REGISTER link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. View our Forum Privacy Policy.
- Want to receive the latest contracting news and advice straight to your inbox? Sign up to the ContractorUK newsletter here. Every sign up will also be entered into a draw to WIN £100 Amazon vouchers!
SC clearance going to expire
Collapse
X
-
-
It's true, you get 5 years as a contractor but it will laps after 12 months if you don't use it.
The only way to keep it going is take a gig that needs it.Science isn't about why, it's about why not. You ask: why is so much of our science dangerous? I say: why not marry safe science if you love it so much. In fact, why not invent a special safety door that won't hit you in the butt on the way out, because you are fired. - Cave Johnson -
-
Originally posted by badger7579 View PostI got SC clearance last November but I'm in a contract now that does not need Clearance. My understanding is that it will lapse after 12 months if I'm not in a role that requires clearance. Is this true and if so is there any way I can extend the expiry date?
There is some logic behind it, but not a vast amount.Comment
-
Originally posted by TykeMerc View PostThere is some logic behind it, but not a vast amount.My all-time favourite Dilbert cartoon, this is: BTW, a Dumpster is a brand of skip, I think.Comment
-
Originally posted by badger7579 View PostI got SC clearance last November but I'm in a contract now that does not need Clearance. My understanding is that it will lapse after 12 months if I'm not in a role that requires clearance. Is this true and if so is there any way I can extend the expiry date?Fiscal nomad it's legal.Comment
-
ask you agency if they have the ability to register and hold your seurity clearance for you.
had the same but bailed after the fiist 6 months back into a sc role so i didnt lose it - agency suddenly developed the ability to have held it for me but by then it was too late...
nevermind their loss I only asked the 3 or 4 times which at the time they didnt seem that interested inComment
-
Comment
-
Originally posted by s2budd View PostYou have until November to bail out and find an SC role. Get on with it.
Let it lapse and leave more for the rest of usCats are evil.Comment
-
Originally posted by badger7579 View PostFFS, the whole system is cack. Can't even be bothered to rant
You may find that your existing client is already working on a government project you are not aware of.
Approach your client to sponsor you - explain your situation. I've been in the same situation and got my client to sponsor me in the past even though SC was not required.
Don't ask don't get don't complain..."Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark TwainComment
- Home
- News & Features
- First Timers
- IR35 / S660 / BN66
- Employee Benefit Trusts
- Agency Workers Regulations
- MSC Legislation
- Limited Companies
- Dividends
- Umbrella Company
- VAT / Flat Rate VAT
- Job News & Guides
- Money News & Guides
- Guide to Contracts
- Successful Contracting
- Contracting Overseas
- Contractor Calculators
- MVL
- Contractor Expenses
Advertisers
Contractor Services
CUK News
- Streamline Your Retirement with iSIPP: A Solution for Contractor Pensions Sep 1 09:13
- Making the most of pension lump sums: overview for contractors Sep 1 08:36
- Umbrella company tribunal cases are opening up; are your wages subject to unlawful deductions, too? Aug 31 08:38
- Contractors, relabelling 'labour' as 'services' to appear 'fully contracted out' won't dupe IR35 inspectors Aug 31 08:30
- How often does HMRC check tax returns? Aug 30 08:27
- Work-life balance as an IT contractor: 5 top tips from a tech recruiter Aug 30 08:20
- Autumn Statement 2023 tipped to prioritise mental health, in a boost for UK workplaces Aug 29 08:33
- Final reminder for contractors to respond to the umbrella consultation (closing today) Aug 29 08:09
- Top 5 most in demand cyber security contract roles Aug 25 08:38
- Changes to the right to request flexible working are incoming, but how will contractors be affected? Aug 24 08:25
Comment