Accountax win shows importance of IR35 fundamentals when contracting
Accountax has won an IR35 case, obliging the Revenue to drop the matter before it went to court. IR35 fundamentals were the key.
CIOT tells contractors: ''IR35 doesn't work''
Richard Mannion, chairman of the Owner-Managed Businesses group at the Chartered Institute of Taxation, slams IR35 as being unworkable and calls for a new review of contractor tax issues.
An end to expense deductions for IR35-caught contractors?
A source close to the Treasury has told ContractorCalculator that HMRC is seriously considering cutting out the expenses deductions for IR35-caught contractors.
IR35 danger: when your contract is different from the agency-client contract
HMRC always obtains the agency-client contract and compares it with the contractor contract. They rarely agree, and this spells trouble.
Contractors must fear HMRC's IR35 'interviews'
HMRC is seeking to have the right to ''interview'' clients in IR35 cases without regard to accuracy and use it in court. PCG points out that this is not a recipe for a fair hearing.
Contractor beats HMRC in IR35 case - Larkstar Data
Welsh contractor Larkstar has beaten down an IR35 attack from HMRC at the General Commissioners.
Employment rights claims more limited under James v Greenwich decision
A decision by the Court of Appeal has limited the ability of contractors to claim employment rights. Such claims will become exceptional under the new case law.
Accountax win IR35 case for contractor
First Word Software Ltd won an IR35 case largely because it was very clearly in control of its own work.
Contractor loses £99,000 in IR35 case for being 'part and parcel'
A contractor has lost an IR35 ruling that will cost his company £99,000. He was ruled 'part and parcel' of the end-client, being a full-fledged member of the client's teams and even having spot-checks.
Lawspeed IR35 win shows contractors can prove status
Lawspeed has won a significant IR35 case before the Special Commissioners.
Contractors want to know whom they work for
The issues in James v. Greenwich will decide this and their determination is already changing the way IR35 claims are handled.
Redwood: "we will turn back the clock entirely on IR35 and msc"
In an interview with ContractorCalculator, leading Conservative John Redwood announced a commitment to do away with both IR35 and managed service company legislation.
Tories should scrap IR35
The Economic Competitiveness Policy Group has proposed that the Tories should scrap IR35.
No IR35 precedent set for contractors by island consultants case, experts say
The IR35 case lost by Island Consultants before HMRC Special Commissioners last week does not set a precedent that will change the way contractors operate, as experts agree.
Contractors lose Island Consultants Ltd IR35 case to the revenue
Before the HMRC Special Commissioners, the firm Island Consultants Ltd has lost it's case, and the ruling has found them to be within IR35.
Dealing with multiple contracts being inside and outside IR35
Accounting requirements when you have contracts both inside and outside IR35.
Control issue dominates in IR35 victories
Contractors continue to win most IR35 court cases, showing the legislation itself is misconceived. PCG have gone far to prove this in case law. The Revenue is likely to take a similar beating over the MSC legislation.
Landmark tribunal judgement tells us who is an employee
The UK Employment Appeal Tribunal in London has handed down a critical decision on the definition of a worker--it directly affects contractors who could be considered employees.
IR35 history & overview
A timeline and oveview of the legislation since it was introduced in April 2000.
Mutuality of obligation - IR35
Mutuality of Obligation is a common phrase when dealing with IR35 Status disputes. What does it mean?
IR35 case law
Explains the meaning behind ‘IR35 case law’ and provides references for finding out further detailed information.
Main reasons making a contract fail IR35
Describes the main reasons why a contract will fail IR35.
IR35 contract review: Getting your contract reviewed for IR35 status
Advice and guidance for getting your contract reviewed for IR35.
How to determine if your contract passes IR35
Describes the factors to consider when evaluating your contract for IR35 compliance.
Umbrella companies and IR35
Explains whether it can be avoided using an umbrella scheme.
Negotiating your contract for IR35 compliance
If you have been offered a contract which is caught, or are in a contract that is caught you’ll need to consider negotiating changes to get it outside. We explain how.
PCG calls for answers over IR35 probes
PCG presses government on cost and efficiency of IR35 investigations
Strengthening the IR35 case
Your contract on its own will not guarantee you to be outside IR35.
IR35 contract review service by HMRC
What is the HMRC Contract Review service and should you use it?
IR35 contracts, agencies and issues
Examination of the grey areas between client, agent and contractor.