ITV has announced it’s setting aside £61 million to cover a potential tax liability following a review of how it engages freelancers and contractors.
The news comes as HMRC continues to focus heavily on IR35 compliance, particularly in sectors like broadcasting and media where freelance and contractor engagements are common.
Why does this matter?
If a business fails to properly determine the tax status of its contractors — or can’t demonstrate it’s taken Reasonable Care in doing so — HMRC can hold them liable for unpaid taxes, interest and penalties.
What should broadcasters and production companies do?
- Review your current IR35 compliance process
- Ensure status determinations are made individually, by qualified experts
- Check that actual working practices align with contractual terms
- Keep full records of your compliance activity
How Brookson Legal can help
We offer solicitor-led IR35 determinations, contract and working practice reviews, and ongoing support to help businesses avoid exactly this kind of financial exposure.
Book a no-obligation IR35 Compliance Review here.
Don’t leave it until it’s too late.
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