Dewhurst vs CitySprint – The key IR35 lessons contractors can learn
The latest ‘gig-economy’ employment tribunal outcome carries important IR35 lessons which could save contractors thousands in tax.
Using a right of substitution in contracts will help prove outside IR35 status
A valid right of substitution clause in contracts is a great defence of your outside IR35 status
6 essential steps to get your contract outside IR35 and save tax
Follow these simple steps to ensure that your contract does not fall foul of the IR35 rules and save thousands of pounds in tax bills.
The IR35 5% expenses rule
If you are caught by IR35 then make sure the 5% rule is used to maximise your take home pay. Here's how.
Autumn Statement 2016: Major IR35 reforms to go ahead – contractors hit by cash grab
The Chancellor delivered a major blow to the public sector flexible workforce today, confirming the IR35 reforms will go ahead in April 2017.
How to pass IR35 and save thousands by convincing clients to allow substitution
An exercised right of substitution (RoS) clause is the IR35 silver bullet you need to pass IR35. Here's how to get clients to allow it.
How you can pass IR35 and save £000's by taking professional advice
Employment law is exceptionally complex and trying to do it without help could be very costly indeed. Read how professionals can help you.
When should you start solving IR35? Now. Read these 3 essential tips
The time to statr preparing an IR35 defence is right now. Don't wait until it is too late. Find out what you need to do
IR35 contract problems: Top 10 reasons a contractor’s contract will fail
Contractor contracts are vital evidence that can be used by HMRC to place a contract inside. Don’t let your contract fail and cost you cash.
Uber ruling is good for contractors with important lessons to learn, say experts
Expert analysis of the London Uber court case reveals important lessons help you stay outside IR35.
ContractorCalculator exclusive: How we exposed HMRC IR35 blitz on 100+ BBC presenters
Our reveal of HMRCs attack on the BBC has made national headlines. Read how we exposed the crackdown, and how to keep yourself clear of the taxman.
100+ BBC presenters could face huge tax bills following mass IR35 clampdown
HMRC is targeting 100+ BBC talents who used PSCs in a huge IR35 crackdown, shows tax tribunal case, and plans to investigate other broadcasters.
IR35 Rules: How to determine if your contract passes - 10 essential points
Signing a contract without checking whether it passes is taking a huge risk. Here’s what to look for before signing the contract.
IR35 legal dangers of the standard agency contract
The IR35 danger with the standard agency contract explained - what to look out for.
IR35 case study - trying to renegotiate an agency contract
A contractor explains his frustrations at trying to negotiate a services based contract with an agency.
Could you benefit from a Government review of flexible working?
Contractors are urged to lend their backing to a call from the Office of Tax Simplication for a review of the taxation of flexible workers.
10 factors that don’t really affect your IR35 status
Be concerned, but don't be misinformed. Find out the top 10 myths about the legislation.
HMRC’s IR35 tool won’t stand up in court, claims leading tax expert
HMRC’s tool won’t stand up in court, and contractors could suffer greatly due to uncertainty in the supply chain, warns Jason Piper of ACCA.
Will IR35 reforms kill off limited company contracting?
Agencies are more likely to insist contractors caught by IR35 use PAYE umbrella companies rather than implement costly RTI processes.
New IR35 rules using RTI are a ‘nightmare’, warns tax expert
Plans to force agencies to collect IR35 taxes monthly via RTI would be a nightmare for all contractors, warns tax expert Duncan Strike of Intouch.
IR35 reforms will decimate Government projects, survey shows
IR35 reforms will decimate Government projects with four in five contractors set to leave the public sector. Contractors need to raise awareness now.
Industry shares concerns at IPSE roundtable event on IR35
ContractorCalculator was in attendance at a recent roundtable meeting as experts discussed issues surrounding the proposed public sector reforms.
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HMRC IR35 research reveals strong resistance to rule changes
Contractor clients are unanimous in their opposition to proposed plans to reform IR35 in the public sector, a new report from HMRC reveals.
HMRC’s planned IR35 tool is impossible, claims expert
HMRC will fail in its bid to develop a tool that can conclusively determine a contractor’s IR35 status, says ContractorCalculator CEO Dave Chaplin.
Can your accountant keep you outside of IR35?
You should hire specialist accountants who can ensure you are taking all necessary steps to stay outside.
Contracting stakeholders raise concern over T&S changes and public sector IR35 reform
Contracting stakeholders met to discuss T&S changes and public sector IR35 reform at FCSA’s Compliance Seminar, attended by ContractorCalculator.
IR35 rules to hit private sector with 54% dividend tax
Private sector contractors to be subject to public sector IR35 reforms with a dividend tax hike from the first of this month, reveal leaked proposals.
IR35 public sector reform guidance poses more questions than answers for contractors
Contractors can learn more about how public sector reforms will apply in practice thanks to new HMRC guidance, but a lot still remains to be answered.
Is IR35 going to be changed in the 2016 Budget?
IR35 could be reviewed in the Budget 2016, according to widely reported leaks, despite HMRC’s pledge to the IR35 Forum of no change until 2017.