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Contractors 19 Feb 2025

HMRC updates ESM in wake of PGMOL, rescoping ‘IR35 battleground’

Contractors told it’s folly to overly focus on Mutuality and Control, unlike the ‘wider picture’  – where all future IR35…

Contractors 14 Feb 2025

What’s afoot with IR35 and will Spring Statement 2025 change OPW?

IR35 consultancy manager Matt Tyler speaks up on the big OPW issues, in his warm-up to the only March speech…

Contractors 13 Feb 2025

IR35: Small company threshold changes to OPW-exempt 14,000 clients

HMRC confirms to Kingsbridge an off-payroll working exemption for scores of currently medium-sized companies, with effect from April 6th 2026.…

Contractors 24 Jan 2025

Bryan Robson v HMRC final score 1-1: a deep dive into football legend’s IR35 case

Bryan Robson is no stranger to making headlines; as a legendary figure in English football, his career has been defined…

Contractors 09 Jan 2025

IR35 and sole traders: 2025 guide

“Is my sole trader business at risk because of IR35?” If you’ve asked yourself this question, you’re not alone. Many…

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Is IR35 Insurance worth it?

One of the greatest obstacles if you’re a contractor, recruiter or end client that engages with contractors, is dealing with…

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What does the General Election mean for the IR35 reforms in 2024?

With another General Election on the horizon, the political landscape is once again filled with debates, manifestos, and promises. For…

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IR35 reforms highlighted as core issue in PAC review of HMRC performance: a deep dive

In a critical examination, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) meticulously assessed HMRC’s performance in 2022-23, placing particular emphasis on its…

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How can I avoid an IR35 tax investigation by HMRC?

It’s understandable that, as a contractor, the last thing you want is to be investigated by HMRC for IR35. We’re…

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Inside vs Outside IR35 a Positive Outlook

Operating through a Personal Service Company (PSC) and working outside IR35 provides contractors with a wealth of benefits. For instance,…

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Introduction to Statement of Work (SoW): What it is, and isn`t

This is a guest post from Stuart Juggins, founder of Aardent. You can find more information about who Aardent are…

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Does IR35 apply to freelancers?

As a freelancer, you’ve probably heard about the IR35 reforms. Some freelancer platforms have been spotted using the new legislation…

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Should I get my contract reviewed for IR35 compliance?

Since the IR35 reforms came into effect in 2021, most contractors will no longer be responsible for their own IR35…

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Should you work under a Statement of Work?

It’s likely that, as a contractor, you’ve not heard of a Statement of Work (SoW) before and there’s not really…

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Yet another IR35 defeat for HMRC

Contractor Stuart Barnes (former professional rugby player and now rugby commentator) wins his IR35 case against HMRC. Mr Barnes was…