Reactions to HMRC’s ESS Tool and what you can do about your IR35 status
HMRC released its Employment Status Service (ESS) tool in March to help provide clarity around IR35, and to assist public sector clients and agencies in assessing the IR35 status of their off-payroll workers. There has been plenty of controversy surrounding it, with some experts claiming it is inaccurate whilst HMRC jumps to its defence.
What is Supervision, Direction and Control?
Supervision, Direction and Control (SDC) came into effect on 6 April 2016 as a way of limiting the number of umbrella contractors being able to claim travel and subsistence expenses. Do you know what SDC is and whether or not you are subject to it?
A guide to becoming a contractor in the UK from abroad
Are you new to the UK and looking for work? Or are you thinking of coming to the UK for work? Contracting or freelancing is a great way for skilled professionals to break into the workforce in the UK, and you may even enjoy the flexible lifestyle so much that you’ll decide to continue contracting for many years to come.
Save time and hassle – complete your Personal Tax Return early
The new tax year started on 6 April, which means it’s time to start thinking about your 2018/19 Personal Tax Return, otherwise known as your self-assessment.
National Freelancers Day 2017
It’s National Freelancers Day, where freelancers from all industries are celebrated for their independence and for inspiring others to break free from tradition by taking control of their careers.
An uncertain future awaits after surprise general election results
A lot of voters expected to wake up on the morning of 9 June and discover that Theresa May and her Conservative party were the majority winners of the ‘snap’ General election that she called in April. However, to the surprise of bookmakers and experts, the election ended in a hung parliament.
NHS U-turns on blanket IR35 assessment
Outlined in an NHS Improvement update, the NHS backtracked on its previous position that all NHS workers providing their services through personal service companies (PSCs) were to be deemed as inside IR35.
What will the future be for contractors after Brexit?
Contractors and freelancers have plenty riding on the outcome of Brexit. Employment laws, immigration rules and Britain’s single market status are all things that could change once Britain leaves the EU. How will these factors affect contractors and freelancers in the short and long term?
Contractor Tax Planning for Parents: The Child Benefit
The Child Benefit is a government allowance available to parents and guardians to help with the cost of raising a child. We discuss the Child Benefit and how to make it work for you as a contractor.
The importance of using a compliant payroll provider as a contractor
As a freelancer or contractor, it is likely you will set up your own limited company or work through a PAYE umbrella company. However, with so many providers of payroll services available, how do you know which one to use? Whatever your decision, make sure the company you use to take care of your payroll is reputable and compliant, or the repercussions could be devastating.