TPAS Take Action, Contractors Confused
A press release hit the major news hubs this week, in a big announcement that all contractors should take notice of. It was from TPAS.
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The latest news affecting umbrella companies in the UK. Featuring HMRC, the Agency Workers Directive, the 2003 Agency Regulations, and IR35.
Government Break Their Pledge (Self Employed Pensions)
We all know that not enough self employed people are saving for their retirements. Millions are going to be coming up short, unfortunately.
30% of Gig Economy Workers Have At Least Two Jobs
If you thought that having one job was enough then try having two. That is what around 30% of gig economy workers now have to do.
162 Million Are Independent Workers, But…
The Association of Independent Professionals and the Self Employed, AKA IPSE, recently looked more closely at independent workers…
Contractors…SNOW Your Rights
The last few years have seen winters in the UK remain unusually snow free, but this year it looks like the snow is here for a while.
1 in 5 Self Employed Workers Are “Insecure”
We all know how common self employment is becoming in the UK, but is everybody satisfied? According to new research…NO!
The Truth About K&B Contractor Accountants
If you are reading this then you have probably already heard about K&B Accountancy Group and their new special offer. A lot of contractors are talking.
Judge Hands Deliveroo a Victory Over Employment Rights
Just when you thought companies such as Deliveroo and Uber were beaten…a judge in Birmingham slammed down the hammer and said…
“DECLINED!” – HMRC Refuse Credit Card Payments
When you go to pay your tax bill what is the one payment option most self employed people want to see? The credit card of course.
She Was Cheesed Off and Ready to Quit, But Then…
How would you feel if you had been made redundant twice and gone to 60 job interviews without any success at all? Most people would quit I think.
Self Employed for 12 Months – Lessons Learned…
Many people in the UK want to become self employed but they are concerned about landing flat on their face. Nobody wants to fail.
Factory Workers, The New Work From Home Contractors…
Working from home has typically been the domain of so called white collar workers such as IT professionals. Not for long it seems.
“Down The Drain!” – Public Sector and IR35 Reforms
It’s no secret that many public sector contractors were planning to down tools and head towards the private sector. The reason? IR35 of course.
IT Temporary Contractors Are Paid £700 a Day Right Here
There has never been a better time to be a temporary IT contractor. You roll in, do the work, and then take home a big bag of cash. Easy.
I’m a Freelance Contractor and I’m Tired of Hearing This…
It a great time be a freelance contractor in the UK, no doubt about that, but sometimes it can be frustrating to hear people say the same things, over and over.
Do You Pass The IR35 Public Sector Test? Most Do…
A well known and respected tax advisory company have recently done some research, and what they found will surprise many, especially in the public sector.