According to IPSE research, there’s a rising trend of indemnity clauses in contracts that seek to transfer potential tax liabilities from HMRC onto contractors. A significant number of contractors are agreeing to these indemnities without receiving adequate information from the client. With the responsibility for IR35 status determination on medium and large-sized clients, these clauses […]

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The UK government has announced a major shake-up of the temporary labour market, aiming to tackle widespread tax avoidance within the umbrella company sector and improve conditions for workers. Legislation will be introduced that will shift the responsibility for Pay As You Earn (PAYE) from the umbrella company to the recruitment agency supplying the worker. […]

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A staggering 31 million adults in Britain – that’s over 60% – don’t have a will. This is often due to a lack of information or the mistaken belief that legal fees make wills too expensive. We’ll explore how you can get your will written for free through charity-linked services. Being self-employed means you have […]

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Getting a fellow freelancer to cover you is possible. You just need to be prepared to do it properly Hiring freelancers can be a game-changer for businesses of all sizes including the solo self-employed looking to build their business or finding a replacement. But before you dive into your next freelance collaboration, it’s crucial to […]

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A CIPD report on zero-hours contracts may have been intended for employers, but it offers insights for freelancers.  Here are key points for freelancers to know about zero-hours contracts. 1. Know Your Rights: 2. Contract Negotiation is Key: 3. Record Keeping is Essential: 4. Tax & Financial Preparedness: 5. Diversification & Backup Plans: 6. Support […]

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Calling someone bald is unlawful harassment, reports Osborne Clarke Courtesy of Osborne Clarke’s Employment Law Coffee Break An employment tribunal has ruled that an electrician called a “bald ***t” during heated arguments was harassed on the grounds of his sex. The claimant was employed as an electrician and was dismissed from his employment without notice by the […]

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Going through a divorce in the middle of a cost of living crisis will be difficult for most, but probably even more so for freelancers given their demanding work deadlines and constant juggling between projects. That’s why going through a no-fault divorce could be the least stressful and possibly cheapest way to get through a […]

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By Bradon Matthews with additional reporting by K. Steiner-Dicks The legal industry is one of the biggest areas of opportunity for freelance work. But many solicitors that have branched out on their own have been missing out on a vital business strategy: specialisation. The UK’s Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations 2019, which came […]

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