Compliance UK expands right-to-work liability beyond direct employment Businesses may face penalties for illegal working elsewhere in their supply chains under reforms taking effect on 1 October iStock.com/Ralf Geithe Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Thursday 24 September 2026 The UK’s right-to-work (RTW) regime is set to significantly expand from next month, bringing contractors, agency workers, gig-economy platforms, and multi-layered supply chains within scope f Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Compliance Contractor loophole closes as UK broadens right-to-work obligations Disputes Upper Tribunal quashes cancellation of Tesla engineer’s leave to remain Sponsorship Unreported unpaid leave triggers sponsor licence revocation battle Compliance The future of the UK’s right-to-work checks