The latest news affecting umbrella companies in the UK. Featuring HMRC, the Agency Workers Directive, the 2003 Agency Regulations, and IR35.
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.
I’m a Freelance Contractor and I’m Tired of Hearing This… » Read the full story
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.
Do You Pass The IR35 Public Sector Test? Most Do… » Read the full story
Working is all about that money, wouldn’t you agree? Apparently not, as a recent survey found that in the contracting world other things are more important.
“DON’T Show Me The Money,” Say Contractors » Read the full story
The IR35 changes have had contractors complaining and moaning, there is no doubt about that…but should they all leave the public sector? Maybe not.
“Be Pragmatic” Says Accountant, Regarding IR35 » Read the full story
The world of contracting in Britain is booming, and rightfully so, but not all contractors are very good at looking into the future it seems.
75% of British Contractors Have NO Pension » Read the full story
Being self employed is great as many of you will agree…but having a good quality of life is even better, don’t you think? I do.
New Self Employed Survey – Southampton, The Place to be » Read the full story
Many think self employment is all about living the high life. Not true. New research says that self employed are the “financial underclass.”
73% of Self Employed Called “Financial Underclass” » Read the full story
If you are a contractor in the UK then you probably want to pay less tax. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like there will be a tax cut any time soon.
NO Tax Cut for Contractors Says Chancellor » Read the full story
In the past you got a job and stayed with 1 company for years, but these days things are a lot different. Enter the freelance contractor.
Freelance Contractors Are a…”Security Risk” Says Expert » Read the full story
One subject I’ve talked about before is how IT contractors would be leaving the public sector once those unpopular IR35 tax changes came into force.
Research Confirms IT Contractors Leaving Public Sector » Read the full story
If you read this blog every week then you will no doubt remember how I reported on the cheeky tax grab the government tried to bring in at the budget.
Government Scrap Tax Grab, Admit Defeat » Read the full story
Do you ever get tired of cashing cheques and paying in money at your local bank? A digital banking company might just change that.
Only Digital Banking Please…We Are Self Employed » Read the full story
The takeaway delivery company Deliveroo have been in the news a lot recently, mostly being accused of hiring employees under the guise of “contractors.”
Deliveroo Fight Back With Pay Per Delivery for Drivers » Read the full story
If you thought IT contracting was hitting a rough patch due to Brexit or IBM firing contractors, then think again, as demand was strong during May.
Demand for IT Contractors Strong in May » Read the full story
An IT contractor has taken the bold step of planning to take on the government and their IR35 reforms in a legal battle.
Contractor Plans Legal Fight Against IR35 Reforms » Read the full story
It’s only 2 days until the UK General Election, and from what I’m hearing many freelancers and contractors are still undecided about who to vote for.
Freelance Friendly Parties? The General Election Explained » Read the full story
