How could the government’s response to the Taylor review affect contractors?
It's the largest update to workplace rights in a generation. Under the new legislation, workers will get details of their rights from the first day of a new job, including eligibility for sick leave and paid holiday.
5 ways to cope with going back to work after the holidays
It’s the first week back to work after taking some much-needed time off over Christmas and New Year. It’s tough to get back into the hustle and bustle of ‘normal’ life after what seems like a long time off.
Why you should complete your self-assessment before Christmas
When do you complete your self-assessment? In 2018 over 30,000 taxpayers submitted their self-assessments in the final hour before the deadline on 31st January. Almost 750,000 people missed the deadline altogether. It is advised that you avoid this busy period and complete your self-assessment before Christmas.
Can I claim Christmas party expenses though my limited company?
Christmastime is a great time to be rewarded for a year of hard work – and contractors can benefit too. Whether you’re a one-person limited company or a company with 50+ employees, you can claim for some Christmas party expenses to be exempt from tax and National Insurance (NI).
Prepare for IR35 changes: key facts private sector contractors should know
Private sector contractors’ right to decide their own IR35 status is being taken away from April 2020 when they are engaged by a medium or large-sized client and working through an intermediary such as a limited company. With these changes coming into effect, it's good to know how end-clients and agencies may handle IR35 in such instances.
Budget 2018 – Pros and Cons for Contractors
Chancellor Philip Hammond unveiled Budget 2018 on Monday 29 October 2018 – his last before Brexit. Overall, the reception to the Budget has been greeted with mixed emotions, but it is fair to say that some of the announcements are more positive than many predicted.
The latest developments on the 2019 Loan Charge
Read the latest updates on the 2019 Loan Charge and how contractors who previously used disguised remuneration schemes may be affected. Get the latest developments here.
World Mental Health Day: Self-employment and mental health
Every year on 10th October, World Mental Health Day is observed to raise awareness of mental health issues and to highlight the importance of supporting mental health in all aspects of life. We discuss mental health with regards to how contractors, freelancers and self-employed professionals can be impacted.
What would a No Deal Brexit mean for contractors and the self-employed?
There has been plenty of debate over the past year over what would happen in the event of a ‘No Deal Brexit’. We discuss what this might mean for contractors, freelancers and the self-employed in the UK.
English football referees record a ground-breaking win against the taxman
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has lost a major tribunal against Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) – the professional body representing over 30,000 amateur football referees in the English game.