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Dear Contractor,
Welcome to the August 2008 edition of our Contractor NewsCast. The news this month has centred around the release of the anticipated Treasury consultation document on contractors travel expenses - they are looking at legislation to stop contractors claiming them. Ouch! Our features this month focus on IR35 defence strategy and talking CVs. We also cover training expenses and discuss whether contractors can claim for going on a university course.
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Treasury opens consultation on contractor expenses
HM Treasury have launched a consultation designed to investigate contractor umbrella companies that abuse travel expenses allowances.
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Contracting sector joins forces to defend contractors in Treasury consultation
At a meeting we attended last week, hosted by Lawspeed, the industry groups to offer a combined response to the Treasury's consultation on umbrella company travel expenses.
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Contractor umbrella Crystal gains AEMC accreditation
Payment solutions provider Crystal Umbrella has become a full member of the Association of Employment Management Companies.
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What will you do if HMRC stops contractors from claiming travelling expenses?
With the Treasury currently 'consulting' on contractors travel expenses, what would you do if you could no longer claim for your travel?
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 IR35: Best defence starts before signing contract |
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Contractors who undergo IR35 investigations can reduce years of stress by being prepared. |
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 TalkingCV offers online recruitment tool |
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Contractors need every tool they can use to boost their chances of winning contracts. TalkingCV is a method for contractors to impress recruiters with their people skills. |
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 Can I claim for Open University courses? |
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Contractors can claim for training expenses under some circumstances, but some types are excluded by HMRC, explains accountancy expert David Colom. |
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 Contractor Calculator Market Report - August 2008 |
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No news can be good news so, with holiday season underway, contractors can take comfort that predicted cuts in contracts have not materialised. |
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