Construction Industry Scheme: tackling fraud

Tackling fraud in the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) was one of the measures addressed in the recent Budget. The changes are intended to allow faster intervention where fraud is suspected, while

Construction Industry Scheme changes

As part of the Budget measures, the government confirmed plans to make some changes to the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).

From 6 April 2026, HMRC will be able to take immediate action where a

CIS – qualifying for gross payment status

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a set of special rules for tax and National Insurance for those working in the construction industry. Businesses in the construction industry are known as

Definition of a building sub-contractor

Know the rules for contractors & subs under CIS to avoid issues with HMRC.

Under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), HMRC applies specific tax rules to contractors and subcontractors in the