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Contracting termination clauses that avoid IR35 risk
The termination clause in a contract can result in a ruling going either way.
…ave a part to play in keeping contractors outside IR35 . Termination clauses and notice periods vary con… …So why should termination clauses be left out of contracts? If a project ends naturally ahead of schedule an… …clauses and notice periods vary considerably from contract to contract. Most are designed to protect the cli…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Mon, 18 Jan 2021

Under the bonnet of the HMRC IR35 tool
A detailed examination of the underlying design and code structure of HMRC’s IR35 tool reveals multiple glaring issues. Take a look under the bonnet.
…HMRC’s IR35 tool is shallow, doesn’t align with how tribunal… …a precedent whereby judges can entirely disregard contracts, instead looking solely at the facts on the groun…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Thu, 01 Jun 2017

What is a ‘dependent contractor’? – The Taylor Review
The Taylor Review proposes the introduction of a ‘dependent contractor’. Find out what this means and how else the Review could affect contracting.
…h good and bad: The Review could spell the end of IR35 Contractors caught by IR35 could receive employme… …ployers can’t hide behind substitution clauses in contracts . Instead he says more weight should be placed on… …Review could have multiple repercussions for the contract sector, both good and bad: The Review could spell…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Tue, 18 Jul 2017

Contracts alone won’t protect contractors from IR35
A contract between a contractor and a client is not necessarily a defence against a determined HMRC IR35 investigation.
…t necessarily a defence against a determined HMRC IR35 investigation , as highlighted by the famous IR35… …rnative Book Company . In that case, although the contracts stated that the contractor, Keith Shepherd, had t… …A contract between a contractor and a client is not necessar…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Wed, 12 Apr 2017

The 5 step IR35 defence before signing the contract
Follow these 5 easy steps before signing and starting your contract to ensure IR35 does not apply to you.
…The best time to prepare for an IR35 tax investigation is before you start every contr… …IR35 tax investigation is before you start every contract Here are the key steps to preparing an IR35 defen…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Tue, 18 Apr 2017

Contractors must not be 'part and parcel' of clients to avoid IR35
One of the tests used to prove employment status is being 'part and parcel' of an organisation. You should avoid this at all cost.
…ven these small things can help to put you inside IR35 . IR35 case law is complicated Determining whethe… …this is strictly related to the project you have contracted for. In general, it is best to avoid written mate… …nd that HMRC can seek you out six years after the contract is over and accuse you of owing back taxes and in…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Tue, 25 Apr 2017

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.
…IR35 is a very complex subject. Being caught will be v… …agencies take legal advice for the content of the contracts which their contractors (you) eventually sign. Th… …e contractor, in discussions with HMRC about your contract or even start an IR35 enquiry of your own busines…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Thu, 10 Nov 2016

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.
…If you are caught by IR35 and continue to use your limited company as your… …pport Accountancy and tax advice Costs of seeking contracts Printing, postage and stationery Employer’s and P…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Thu, 01 Dec 2016

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.
…punishing and controversial legislation known as IR35. If you put your head in the sand then you could… …olid is to manage the risk before signing any new contract, and then to ensure that you maintain a complianc…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Wed, 14 Dec 2016

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.
…Contractors taking a keen interest in the IR35 legislation and how it impacts on their contracti… …project team, and thereby deliver the service as contracted, then it is not a factor. But if a contractor can… …the IR35 legislation and how it impacts on their contracting are right to be cautious. But, according to Seb M… …IR35,” Maley confirms. 5. Statement of intent in contracts Most contractor contracts will include a ‘stateme… …or has not exercised a right of substitution in a contract does not mean it is not valid. The important fact…
Category: Articles: IR35 | Wed, 07 Sept 2016