Right to Work Checks Extended Liability

From 1 October 2026, the Right to Work Scheme extends beyond traditional employees to cover a wider range of working arrangements, including certain workers, individual sub-contractors and individuals engaged through online matching services (a website or platform that connects people who need a service with individuals who provide that service, usually in return for a fee or commission).For organisations that use/supply contractors, subcontractors, outsourced services or other forms of contingent labour, this means Right to Work compliance can no longer be treated as a HR recruitment issue alone. Procurement, commercial, operations and supplier-management teams may also need to be involved.This page intended as practical guidance to provide you with the information and tools to help you…