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11th hour delay for IR35 private sector reform due to COVID-19 welcomed
Posted on 18th March 2020 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr
The Government has delayed its controversial IR35 private sector reform by one year, until April 2021, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This will mean that contractors will continue to decide thei...
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Budget 2020, what can we expect?
Posted on 18th February 2020 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr
The first Budget of the new Conservative government is scheduled for 11th March 2020 and will be the first Budget as a non-EU state for almost half a century. Yet could the recent appointment of Rishi...
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IR35 timeline
Posted on 22nd January 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
IR35 legislation has been in effect for the last 20 years. Over that time, there’s been a number of adjustments, consultations and turns in the road that have led up to the changes that freelancers ...
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What is IR35 and how will it affect you as a freelance contractor?
Posted on 17th January 2020 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
For many freelancers, IR35 sounds like another jargon term that has no relevance to them and there is a concerning lack of awareness of IR35 and how it will affect the freelance contractor sector. ...
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No delay to IR35 rollout as the Government launches off-payroll review
Posted on 10th January 2020 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr
The Government launched its off-payroll review on January 7th with regards to the implementation of the changes to the off-payroll working rules with the aim of ensuring a smooth implementation of ...
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What end-clients and employers should know about the April 2020 changes to IR35 in the private sector
Posted on 16th December 2019 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr
On April 6th 2020 the rules for IR35 in the private sector will change and it’s important that both contractors and the end-clients who employ contractors take action. Since April 2000, the Int...
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What are the political parties saying about IR35?
Posted on 11th December 2019 by Marketing Executive - Katherine Ducie
In April 2020 the contractor and freelance community are set to be hit by changes to IR35 legislation which could result in higher taxes for contractors. The changes which will alter how freelance...
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Key points you should know to be a successful freelancer
Posted on 18th November 2019 by Katherine Ducie - Marketing Executive
There’s no doubt that being a successful freelancer comes with many benefits including having an abundance of freedom and the flexibility to work the hours that suit you, from any location. Hand...
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The Right of Substitution explained for contractors
Posted on 23rd October 2019 by Phil Ainley MCIM CMktr
The right of substitution is one of the key tests of your IR35 employment status as set out by the HMRC. It is important for contractors wishing to operate outside of IR35 that they ensure the righ...
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What can we expect in the 2019 Autumn Budget?
Posted on 8th October 2019 by Phil Ainley MCIM
It is expected that the 2019 Autumn Budget will follow the same format as the previous two Budgets, as the Chancellor of the Exchequer delivers the latest tax updates. A date is yet to be announced...
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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 cover for freelancers and contractors, PSCs 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 an 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 private sector IR35 changes that are on the horizon and the importance of an IR35 contract review to clarify your situation. ...
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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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