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Creative industries 'amplify success of DCMS sectors'
Minister trumpets the success of Music, but such traditional sectors are struggling the most.
Jul 31, 2018 | Freelancing News'Soft landing' for digital tax accounts endorsed
Traders won’t be fined for first 12 months and will be allowed to ‘cut and paste’ – HMRC.
Jul 30, 2018 | Money NewsWorking from home: the pros and cons
Find out whether working from home will suit you or not, before you make the leap.
Jul 28, 2018 | Working from HomeFreelancers’ essentials for a tip-top copywriting portfolio
Four ‘must-dos’ to stand out from the copywriting competition as a freelancer.
Jul 26, 2018 | CopywritingGig worker proposal ‘alarmingly similar to IR35 reforms’
Freelance work sector warns the OTS that its PAYE plan has 'unintended consequences.'
Jul 25, 2018 | Freelancing NewsDeliveroo boss calls for new charter for self-employed
Let 'gig economy' giants grant benefits in isolation to status, government urged.
Jul 25, 2018 | Freelancing NewsDraw up temps' Brexit-immigration policy, ministers urged
The REC slams a ‘lack of clarity’ for the likes of freelancers from 2021.
Jul 19, 2018 | Freelancing News'Self-employed face inflationary pressure if IR35 changes'
Already above its two per cent target, inflation will hit harder should IR35 be reformed -- IPSE.
Jul 18, 2018 | IR35 NewsIR35 Forum members fail to endorse Mutuality paper
Key IR35 Forum members distance themselves from the MOO paper on their website.
Jul 17, 2018 | IR35 NewsBrexit White Paper 'lacks conviction for the creative industries'
Ministers told that creatives need them to more than just 'step in the right direction.'
Jul 16, 2018 | Freelancing NewsThe case of the plumber, the tool and a fix for IR35 mayhem
A status lawyer sums up recent implications for freelancers, and says how HMRC can be silenced.
Jul 12, 2018 | Freelancing NewsGovernment told of eight ways to boost the flagging self-employed
A signficant slump in sole traders' confidence warrants numerous actions, urges FSB.
Jul 11, 2018 | Freelancing NewsHoliday pay: a timely overview for freelancers
Cases like Uber, Deliveroo and Pimlico are only the start of paid leave changing.
Jul 11, 2018 | Freelancing NewsPrinted material to promote your freelance business
Three top tips for when you professionally plug your business on paper.
Jul 9, 2018 | Running Your Business'Taxman likes to litigate, even in the face of defeat'
Even where its odds are poor, a revenue-led HMRC will still likely see you in court.
Jul 8, 2018 | Money NewsFreelancers' Questions: Is sector-specific IR35 guidance the way to go?
Ex-inspector says her old boss understandably wants to understand working practices.
Jul 5, 2018 | Freelancing News'Define self-employment in wake of Hermes, Deliveroo'
Two cases of mislabelling freelancers require a four-fold definition, says IPSE.
Jul 4, 2018 | Freelancing NewsVAT-man hit for inability to say ‘yes, you’re right’
Officials not talking straight is adding to uncertainty for traders trying hard.
Jul 3, 2018 | Money NewsBBC talks IR35 guidance with HMRC
Giving certain roles 'safe harbour' from IR35 is signalled in the broadcaster's hush talks with the taxman.
Jun 28, 2018 | IR35 NewsStaff hint pulling World Cup sickies isn’t the goal
Why employees will bunk work appears to be the underlying reason many want to freelance.
Jun 28, 2018 | Freelancing NewsPut back digital accounts until 2020, taxman told
'As most traders only know MTD by name, next year is far too soon for it.'
Jun 27, 2018 | Freelancing NewsCreatives warn on Brexit-immigration deal
Three-quarters of firms fear being impeded by freedom of movement curbs.
Jun 25, 2018 | Freelancing News
Freelancers' Questions: On my CV, what is a value proposition statement?
Expert demystifies a key statement that can help freelancers win work.
Jun 24, 2018 | Freelancing NewsSelf-employed primed to be World Cup winners
Freelancers who set their own hours will be less tempted to show work the red card.
Jun 21, 2018 | Freelancing NewsBBC emails reveal 'Ltd' was presenters' 'only option'
As a new CEST is rumoured, emails show that companies was all but compulsory for BBC talent.
Jun 20, 2018 | Freelancing NewsUnpaid invoice? I wouldn’t ask me, Small Business Commissioner admits
A 'candid' late payment tsar reveals success is still in single figures, despite him being operational for eight months.
Jun 19, 2018 | Money NewsView VAT threshold cut as last resort, officials told
'And even then, what with Brexit, MTD and IR35 reform looming, it needs conditions.'
Jun 19, 2018 | Money NewsFreelancers' Questions: Can I send a cover letter instead of applying online?
Bypassing the hirer’s preferred process probably won’t end well, even if it is error-prone.
Jun 15, 2018 | Freelancing NewsPimlico plumber wins claim he wasn't self-employed
Firms warned they face a ‘tsunami of claims’ from ex-freelancers demanding cash.
Jun 14, 2018 | Freelancing NewsLowering the VAT threshold 'would deter self-employed'
The ceiling for when VAT applies should be higher than today's £85,000, says IPSE.
Jun 10, 2018 | Money News