HMRC CEST tool has no legal authority, says IR35 legal expert
HMRC’s CEST tool isn’t legally binding and doesn’t meet the ‘reasonable care’ requirements established by law, warns Martyn Valentine.
HMRC IR35 tool creates farce as contractors now move from La La Land to Limbo Land
HMRC Employment Status Service (ESS) IR35 tool delivers incorrect and nonsense results, placing contractors and public sector bodies in limbo.
Paying for IR35 assessments now a thing of the past, thanks to IR35Shield.co.uk
Obtaining an initial IR35 assessment can now be secured in 15 minutes and at no cost
Contractors need the IR35 confirmation letter
Getting a confirmation of terms letter from the client could save you endless trouble and expense if you need to prove that you are outside.
Beat IR35: The ultimate guide to IR35 - new book OUT NOW
All the expert knowledge needed to stay compliant, reduce tax risk, avoid punitive IR35 taxes, and successfully combat any HMRC investigation.
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.