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Six reasons for PSCs to be proactive to respond to the IR35 private sector changes – and not wait until April 2020 to do so!
Posted on 1st July 2019 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr
Since April 2000, the Intermediaries legislation has made the individual contractor trading through his/her own Personal Service Company (PSC) the IR35 decision-maker.It has been the contractor's ...
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Much to think about for contractors and their advisers
Posted on 28th June 2019 by Adrian Stewart
There’s a lot for us all to think about currently on the global, economic, political and financial fronts.The news is dominated with the Tory leadership battle, Brexit (yes, the outcome still re...
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Improved “advice led” cover for freelancers and contractors, PSC’s and Umbrella companies
Posted on 1st May 2019 by Phil Ainley MCIM
Those involved with the contractor and freelancer community, and who operate through a PSC, know only too well that HMRC is intent on addressing non-compliance believing that millions of pounds are lo...
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The importance of a comprehensive IR35 Contract Review for private sector contractors
Posted on 1st May 2019 by Phil Ainley MCIM
If you are a private sector contractor, you should be fully aware of the changes that are on the horizon.The rollout of IR35 reform to the private sector, which will come into force in 2020, will ...
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Could IR35 reform actually be of benefit to the North Sea offshore sector?
Posted on 2nd March 2019 by Phil Ainley
For all the fuss around IR35 over the past few years, the new legislation, which comes into effect in April 2020, could actually be of benefit to the North Sea offshore sector.The offshore energy ...
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What impact will IR35 reforms have on North Sea operators?
Posted on 11th February 2019 by Campbell Reith, Tax Partner, RSM
With high levels of talent engaged through off payroll structures in the energy sector, the North Sea operators will feel an acute impact when new IR35 reforms are extended to the private sector in Ap...
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The end of austerity? Don’t bank on it, just yet.
Posted on 30th October 2018 by Phil Ainley MCIM
Autumn Budget 2018 Follow-up Yesterday’s Autumn Budget, delivered by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, provided ‘tricks and treats’ in equal measure. It was met with a mixed response from the pu...
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Autumn Budget 2018 – What can we expect?
Posted on 23rd October 2018 by Phil Ainley MCIM
With the Autumn Budget looming large on the horizon, we look at some of the key issues expected to feature and what 2019 might hold in store.The Autumn Budget will take place on 29 October and fal...
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Contractors concerned about their IR35 status can take steps to protect themselves
Posted on 1st October 2018 by Phil Ainley MCIM
With the anticipated roll-out of IR35 reform in 2019 to the private sector and the persistent and constant doom-mongering around the topic. There is at least one ray of hope that UK contractors can re...
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Contractors, IR35 and being prepared
Posted on 8th September 2018 by Phil Ainley MCIM
Contractors, get ready for the private sector IR35 roll-out As a UK Top 100 Chartered Commercial Insurance Broker, established since 1995, we have provided comprehensive insurance policies to 500+ di...
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Are you ready for IR35 changes?
Posted on 1st September 2018 by Paul McDonnell, Director at Crest Plus
Proposed changes to IR35 legislation could mean thousands of contractors may pay more tax. With the Government’s consultation on contracting in the private sector now underway, it is important for y...
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IR35 and CEST Update
Posted on 7th August 2018 by Phil Ainley MCIM
The IR35 story continues to rumble on taking twists and turns along the way and most of us believe it is inevitable that the reform will be introduced to the private sector.Recent press stories ha...
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5 things that private sector contractors can do to prepare for IR35
Posted on 4th May 2018 by Phil Ainley MCIM
The government has expressed their view that it is unfair for a self-employed person to be paying less tax and National Insurance than a permanent employee who earns the same. Some people may agree ...
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Insurance cover for freelancers and contractors to protect themselves against IR35 tax bills
Posted on 6th March 2018 by Phil Ainley MCIM
IR35 is tax legislation, first introduced in April 2000, that is designed to combat tax avoidance by workers supplying their services to clients via an intermediary, such as a Limited company, but who...
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What is IR35 and how does it affect you?
Posted on 11th September 2017 by CREST Plus
Whether you’re new to contracting or an old-hand, the issue of IR35 is never far away. IR35 status affects your tax and National Insurance, so it can have a significant impact on your take-home pa...
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