The changes
to IR35?

The change to IR35 legislation in the private sector means that the engager is now responsible for deciding whether to deduct tax and National Insurance Contribution (NICs) from freelancers and contractors, as if they were employees.

Those who are legitimately contractors should not be affected by this rule change, but a blanket approach by some engagers means that many freelancers have been affected.

It is estimated that almost a quarter of the UK’s workforce now works on a contingent basis, either in the public or private sector, so this change has affected thousands of contractors.

Inside
IR35?

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Using our considerable expertise in the sector, we can help you to manage your affairs should you find yourself inside the IR35 legislation.

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Making sense
of IR35

IR35 began as tax legislation in 2000 to identify individuals who were not paying the appropriate tax.

The law was specifically aimed at contractors who HM Revenue & Customs considered were working as full-time employees while benefiting from the tax advantages of being self-employed.