Growth of self employment

A look into the growth of self-employment in the UK

There has been a massive growth of self-employment in the UK in recent years. Since 2001,…


Prepare for Making Tax Digital

How to prepare for Making Tax Digital in 2019

Making Tax Digital (MTD) marks the end of paper record-keeping for millions of businesses and…


Breach of contract

What happens when you or your client are in a breach of contract?

Contract breaches occur often in the business world, but in most cases they can be dealt with…


the 2019 loan charge

5 Minute Contractor Guide: The 2019 Loan Charge

The 2019 Loan Charge is another effort by HMRC to recover taxes it deems to be owed by thousands of…


Top 8 places around the UK to work remotely

The beauty of being able to work remotely is the freedom to choose where you work. Want to work…


Nursing Agencies' VAT concession

Contracting in the Health sector – the nursing agencies’ VAT concession

If you’re a medical or health professional, such as a nurse, who is staffed by a recruitment…


Sole trader to limited company

Sole trader to limited company: a how-to guide

Moving from sole trader to limited company is a big decision, but it could have many benefits for…


Managing Stress

8 Tips for Managing Stress – Mental Health Awareness Week

The theme for Mental Health Awareness Week (14 – 20 May 2018) is stress. Contractors, freelancers,…


What is self-billing?

What is self-billing? Contractor FAQs

Self-billing is a common practice for recruitment agencies who deal with contractors and…


Churchill Knight Recruiter Zone Understanding Umbrella Company Pay FI

Umbrella Company take home pay: what should you retain?

Umbrella companies are one of the most popular payroll services for freelancers and contractors in…