FreelanceUK News
Hammond’s silence on IR35 stokes reform fears at Budget 2018
The chancellor omitting IR35 to conference doesn’t mean he’ll omit it on Budget day.
Oct 2, 2018 | IR35 NewsNew freelancers have until Friday to register
Eight reasons why you’d need to register to self-assess (includes if you’re a new freelancer).
Oct 2, 2018 | Freelancing NewsBudget 2018 announced for October 29th
Treasury disappoints those hoping for no IR35 reform, by scheduling an early Budget.
Sep 30, 2018 | Freelancing NewsFreelancers’ Questions: How to work out my Flat Rate VAT saving?
A holidaying accountant, plus an HMRC discount, adds up to confusion for one freelance company.
Sep 27, 2018 | Money NewsA guide to Individual Voluntary Arrangement
The guide to Individual Voluntary Arrangement highlights what exactly an IVA is and how it can benefit the self-employed. It can help sole traders pay their debts without losing their business and personal finances.
Sep 27, 2018 | Your AccountsStride criticised for self-employed NICs answer
Treasury minister says modernising Class 2, not axing it as promised, shows government support.
Sep 26, 2018 | Freelancing NewsFreelancers' Questions: Can my pay be withheld if I stole from the client?
Expert says theft shouldn’t be grounds to have payment refused for services rendered.
Sep 25, 2018 | Freelancing NewsHuge freelancers’ party issues final invitations (to you)
Self-employed urged to register now to put on a freelance-friendly deal or event.
Sep 24, 2018 | Freelancing NewsFreelancers get anti-misery tips
Four steps to help beat the blues if you’re in a team of one.
Sep 24, 2018 | Freelancing NewsRegistering as self-employed: the basics
HMRC expects that every newly self-employed person will do their duty.
Sep 23, 2018 | Freelancing NewsFreelancers to feel inflationary squeeze 'more than employees'
Rising cost of travel to hard-hit those who have to absorb it themselves.
Sep 21, 2018 | Money NewsThe Rise of the Self-Employed
The number of self-employed is rising due to the many benefits. Individuals are either taking up a side hustle or going full employed because of the extra income and the flexibility which supports the work-life balance. Here is how you can become self-employed.
Sep 19, 2018 | Start UpsStripper's naughty nurse outfit ruled as a legitimate expense
Kinky costumes join the list of expenseable items, at least for one self-employed taxpayer.
Sep 19, 2018 | Money NewsFreelancers' Questions: Now they're staying, what are Class 2 NICs?
Tax charity clarifies why a levy on the self-employed isn’t going anywhere.
Sep 18, 2018 | Money NewsSolo freelancing 'makes one in five suicidal'
Run a business singlehandedly? Work on your own? ‘You’re not alone.’
Sep 16, 2018 | Freelancing NewsCreative freelancers to get clued up on finance, IP
Experts will offer practical advice on what matters most to solo creatives.
Sep 13, 2018 | Freelancing NewsBBC presenter Christa Ackroyd lodges IR35 appeal
Despite 'many' and 'strong' pointers to the BBC employing her, one PSC isn't giving up.
Sep 12, 2018 | IR35 NewsGovernment breaks promise to axe Class 2 NICs
A backtracking on a vow to simplify self-employed NI is condemned -- with a caveat.
Sep 12, 2018 | Freelancing NewsVAT repayment proposal on late refunds 'unfair'
Calling time on the taxman’s 30-day clock is denounced as likely to hurt companies’ cashflow.
Sep 11, 2018 | Money News
Why is Manchester the best city for freelancers?
The article shows why Manchester is the best city in the UK for freelancers. Freelancers often struggle with networking and finding people in the relevant field, Manchester offers co-working spaces and a real community for the self-employed.
Sep 7, 2018 | Freelancing NewsThe nine most annoying phrases in your inbox
A passive-aggressive query tops the table of irritating things people say on email.
Aug 30, 2018 | Freelancing NewsTax office taking longer to take your phone call
HMRC's five-minute response target almost missed, and its 10-minute waiting volume almost exceeded.
Aug 29, 2018 | Money NewsPlan now for 'no-deal Brexit', creatives urged
A creative trade body recommends you take action today, should a UK-EU agreement not get struck.
Aug 28, 2018 | Freelancing NewsTaxman pays 41,000 people to be HMRC informers
Bounty payments totalling almost £350k go to people HMRC says should keep quiet.
Aug 28, 2018 | Money NewsDigital tax account documents ‘provide clarity’
VAT traders handed fresh guidance on what they’ll need to do from April 2019.
Aug 24, 2018 | Money NewsPoker tournament winner with a criminal past loses it all to HMRC
A once asset-poor fraudster who couldn't pay gets his newly won chip-stack taken away.
Aug 22, 2018 | Money NewsFreelance body develops training proposal into ‘bold’ skills strategy
A plan to strengthen the self-employed’s abilities has been beefed up seven-fold.
Aug 21, 2018 | Freelancing NewsTax officer caught 'letting rip' at businesswoman
A foul-mouthed Revenue staffer is recorded swearing at a ‘gobsmacked’ caller.
Aug 21, 2018 | Freelancing NewsFreelancers' Questions: What's an IR35 expert's view of the HMRC consultation?
A firm in the field of stopping freelancers getting caught says HMRC's batting is causing severe delays.
Aug 20, 2018 | IR35 NewsSearch starts for best self-employed traders
Digital, micro and young businesses are called to compete in a national contest.
Aug 16, 2018 | Freelancing News