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Spring Statement 2025
Chancellor Rachel Reeves today delivered her Spring Statement, outlining the Labour Government’s economic priorities and reaffirming a commitment to fiscal
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IR35 shake-up – A new era for contractors and smaller firms?
From 6 April 2025, approximately 14,000 medium-sized firms will be reclassified as small businesses due to changes in company size
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HMRC’s service level stoops to new low in damning new PAC research
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has never been known for its speed and efficiency, but recent reports show its service
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Why using an umbrella company is not the best option – securing an outside IR35 role is the better choice
For contractors, navigating the IR35 legislation and choosing the right way to operate can be challenging. Many contractors, faced with
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Submission of last minute / late tax returns and the dangers of fines and scams
With the Self-Assessment deadline now behind us, contractors should remain extra vigilant against phishing scams and fines. HM Revenue &
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The hidden dangers of tax avoidance schemes: What every contractor needs to know
The promise of higher take-home pay can be tempting, especially in a tax system that already feels complex and burdensome.
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31 January 2025: The deadline for paying Self-Assessment tax liabilities and filing 2023/24 tax returns
***PLEASE IGNORE THIS REMINDER IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT US YOUR QUESTIONNAIRE*** We are fast approaching the deadline for filing
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Why 2025 could be the year of the limited company contractor
With the dust settling on last year’s Budget, it’s time for limited company contractors to look ahead with optimism. We
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Get ahead of the game: The benefits of early self-assessment tax return submission
While many of us looked forward to a festive break filled with relaxation and cheer, a significant number of taxpayers
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Send us your Self-Assessment Tax Return Questionnaire by 31 December to save on your basic tax return fee
***PLEASE IGNORE THIS REMINDER IF YOU HAVE ALREADY SENT US YOUR QUESTIONNAIRE*** If you would like Cogent to prepare and
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