Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
IR35 news and analysis covering the developments and updates on this controversial UK government policy.
Accounting
Government confirms review into controversial IR35 tax changes, which will drag thousands of freelance contractors into PAYE
Accounting
Nearly 60 per cent of self-employed are unaware of IR35 tax changes coming in April 2020, which could reduce a worker’s net income by up to 25 per cent
Tax
Chancellor warns that Labour wants to stop family members inheriting small businesses – Labour denies any such plans as part of business taxes review
Tax
Shadow small business minister Bill Esterson says Labour will review IR35 tax changes as they are rolled out to business, but backtracks on pledge to scrap
Accounting
Nearly three-quarters of businesses are unaware of impending IR35 tax changes. Here are six top tips to help you prepare
Tax
Federation of Small Businesses warns that corporates will pull plug on employing sole traders if controversial IR35 tax change goes ahead in April 2020
Accounting
Many freelance contractors will need to wind up their personal companies ahead of IR35 being rolled out to the private sector this April. John Bell offers a step-by-step guide as to what to do.
News
The Government has published its Draft Finance Bill and it has some concerning proposals for freelancers and SMEs.
Accounting
There are calls from contractor and freelancer representatives for the off-payroll (IR35) reforms, due to be applied to the private sector, to be stopped.
Tax
HMRC is looking for input to a consultation on the workings of IR35 - the off payroll working rules due to impact the private sector from April 2020.
News
Project delays provides further evidence that reform has indeed impacted contracting, recruiting and the public sector itself, something denied by HMRC.
Tax
The contents of July’s IR35 Forum minutes reflect a sincere lack of understanding from HMRC when it comes to the true impact of recent and potential changes to IR35.
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.
Business Technology
To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis
Investing in a franchise
Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.