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High court ruling raises concerns for contractors: “Umbrella workers cannot be…
The latest umbrella company fraud case in the UK serves as a stark reminder for contractors to exercise greater diligence when selecting an umbrella company. In this report, we detail the latest case and outline essential questions…
IR35 puts a spanner in the works for startups
The choice between operating as a sole trader or setting up a limited company can have significant implications for freelancers and startup founders. One key factor driving many freelancers towards the latter is the enhanced protection it…
Want to build an empire the size of Martha Stewart’s? Find your freelancer tribe
83-year-old entrepreneur Martha Stewart says she owes much of her success to the talent of freelancers who have helped her build her business and focus on core objectives.
Could you imagine rebuilding your business after six months in…
End of rail strikes? Not so fast
Based on the report "Rail union make wild holiday demand after Labour caved on pay deal" (msn.com), the RMT union is escalating its demands following Labour's acceptance of a pay deal last week. The union is now seeking a significant…
Scammers infiltrate “verified” freelance platform but that doesn’t mean…
A recent TV news report coming out of the United States has highlighted a worrying trend in the freelance world: the emergence of fake accounts targeting paid freelance platforms. These fraudulent client accounts pose a significant threat…
Freelancers Feeling the Tax Pinch: Confidence Plummets Amidst Government Policies
Freelancers across the UK are feeling the pressure of government tax policies, with a new survey revealing that four out of five believe these policies are negatively impacting their businesses
The latest Freelancer Confidence Index…
MAC Review Shakes Up IT Contractor Recruitment
The UK's Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has been commissioned to review the IT and engineering sectors, causing ripples in the IT contractor recruitment landscape. The review will assess whether these sectors should be added to the…
Off-payroll is “loss-making exercise for the Treasury”
IR35 reforms and complicated off-payroll rules are costing taxpayers and public sector projects millions of pounds and high-calibre talent. The Freelance Informer asks IR35 experts: what’s it all for?
In a week, the High Speed 2 (HS2)…
Labour coming down on “self-employed” LLP members
LLP Members: Employees or Self-Employed? Tax Implications Highlighted in 2024 Case
The Labour Party and HMRC are on the hunt for more Treasury funds and if you are a lawyer, architect or member of a Limited Liability Partnership you…
“Ghost payroll”: new tax avoidance scheme coming after contractors and recruitment agencies
The contracting sector is constantly evolving, and unfortunately, not all developments are for the better. Professional Passport, a payment intermediary and umbrella compliance adviser, has sounded the alarm about a new form of tax…