CIS Changes for Traffic Management Services: Essential Guide for 2025
HMRC has announced crucial updates to the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) that will significantly impact traffic management services in the construction sector. Starting March 2025, specific traffic management operations will fall within CIS scope. As leading accountants in Gravesend, Kent, we're here to guide you through these important changes and ensure your business remains compliant.
Understanding the 2025 CIS Changes for Traffic Management
The updated HMRC Construction Industry Manual now incorporates specific traffic management services within CIS when they directly support construction operations. These changes affect both service providers and construction contractors across Kent and the wider UK.
Traffic Management Services Coming Under CIS Regulations
From March 2025, the following traffic management services will require CIS compliance when supporting construction projects:
- Traffic system setup and management for construction site roadworks
- Temporary traffic light and construction signage installation
- Construction site safety barrier and cone placement
- Ongoing traffic monitoring for construction projects
- Construction-related pedestrian diversion installation
Services Exempt from CIS Requirements
Not all traffic management activities will fall under the new CIS regulations. Key exemptions include:
- Non-construction event management services
- Equipment delivery services without installation
- Traffic management for public events and festivals
Impact on Kent Construction and Traffic Management Businesses
Guidelines for Traffic Management Service Providers
If you're providing traffic management services in Kent or the surrounding areas, prepare for these changes by:
- Conducting a comprehensive service review for CIS applicability
- Completing HMRC subcontractor registration
- Exploring gross payment status options for better cash flow management
Requirements for Construction Contractors
Construction companies using traffic management services must:
- Implement CIS payment procedures for relevant services
- Establish monthly HMRC reporting systems
- Process and remit correct CIS deductions
Expert CIS Support for Traffic Management Companies in Kent
At MCC Partners in Gravesend, our specialist team provides comprehensive support for traffic management companies adapting to these new CIS requirements. We offer:
- Detailed service portfolio analysis for CIS compliance
- Step-by-step guidance through HMRC registration processes
- Expert assistance with gross payment status applications
- Implementation of efficient CIS project tracking systems
- Ongoing support for monthly CIS reporting requirements
Prepare your traffic management business for the March 2025 CIS changes today. Contact our Gravesend-based team at
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