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" Navigating What Comes Next: Practical Risk-Mitigation for the Changing Contingent Labour Market"

 

Tuesday 17th March 2026 at 16:15 - 16:45

 
 

Chris Bryce

CEO

FCSA (Freelancer and Contractor Services Association)

 

With major regulatory and compliance changes on the horizon, every organisation operating in the contingent labour market - recruitment agencies, MSPs, umbrellas, end-hirers, and contractors - faces heightened scrutiny and increased operational risk. Chris Bryce will deliver a clear, practical, and jargon-free guide to understanding those risks and preparing for what’s next. Drawing on his leadership of the UK’s most recognised compliance body for temporary labour, Chris will translate upcoming policy shifts into actionable steps that organisations can take now to protect themselves, their contractors, and their clients. What the Session Will Cover: The key risk areas most likely to impact agencies and labour supply chains in 2026 and beyond How to future-proof your compliance processes against heightened enforcement and regulatory change What “good” looks like - clear, real-world indicators agencies should demand from their supply-chain partners The pitfalls that expose agencies to financial, legal, and reputational harm - and how to avoid them Simple, practical steps every organisation can take immediately to strengthen transparency and reduce exposure How collaboration across the supply chain (agencies, umbrellas, and end-hirers) can significantly reduce risk for all parties What FCSA is seeing on the ground: emerging patterns, threats, and opportunities Key Takeaways for Delegates: A clear understanding of the regulatory landscape ahead A checklist of compliance essentials to implement now Tools and processes to reduce risk throughout the supply chain Confidence to navigate the next 12–24 months safely and strategically

 

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