Does IR35 apply to sole traders?
In a word, no…however… Background to IR35IR35 was introduced in 2000 with the aim of attempting to identify what HMRC defined as ‘disguised employees’ i.e. those that work through an intermediary (most commonly their own limited company or partnership), providing services to a client however the relationship that exists is more comparable to that of an employer/employee as opposed to that of a […]
IR35 Now is the Time: Contractor Insights
In partnership with In-house Recruitment, Brookson’s Paul Lloyd and Matt Fryer recently sat down with IHR’s Natasha Preocanin to discuss discuss the latest results of our IR35 UK Contractors survey “IR35: NOW is the time” conducted during the delay. About the IR35 Research In 2019 we conducted an insights report; “Avoiding an IR35 Talent Drain”. This report showed the […]
Does working from home affect a contractor’s IR35 position?
As the response to the COVID-19 outbreak continues into Autumn, and with the implementation of the Off-Payroll Working Legislation (IR35) looming on the horizon, Brookson Legal looks at whether working from home can strengthen a contractor’s IR35 status. Working from home is an accepted reality for a lot of people in 2020. As end clients […]
Answering Google’s Most Searched Terms for IR35 – 2020
With the planned private sector IR35 implementation delayed by 12 months, Matt Fryer and Paul Lloyd have another opportunity to a look at some of the of the most frequently searched terms for IR35, sharing their thoughts on what each of these mean for End Hirers, Recruiters and Contractors in preparation for IR35 April 2021. […]
The IR35 myth-buster: Answering contractors most asked questions
Changes to the off-payroll working rules – otherwise known as IR35 – are fast approaching for the private sector. From April 6th, responsibility for assessing the employment status of a contractor, for tax purposes, passes from the contractor to the end-hirer that engages them. The rule changes are still being met with confusion, however, with […]
Venturing into contracting? Here’s what you need to know about IR35
If you’re considering a career in contracting there’s plenty to get your head around. From getting in touch with potential new clients and figuring out how you’d like to work to choosing how you’ll trade and what your company name will be. At Intouch, your dedicated Contractor Accountant is on hand to offer help with […]
How to stay IR35 safe
With imminent changes to IR35 on the horizon, Limited Company contractors should be aware of what those changes are, how to prepare, and just as importantly – how to stay IR35 safe. In this blog, Intouch’s Operations Manager Neil Kellaway lets you know what you can be doing to help you stay IR35 safe, […]
The Cost of Non-Compliance with the Off-Payroll in the Private Sector Rules
The HMRC estimates that only 10% of personal service companies apply the IR35 legislation correctly, causing the Government to have lost out on an estimated £700 million in employment tax payments across 2017/2018. In a bid to cut the cost of such non-compliance the Government is slowly changing the way in which IR35 is policed, […]
Are you getting the right level of IR35 support you need from your Contractor Accountant?
Many contractors know that April 2021 is the ultimate deadline for the impending IR35 private sector changes, but has your current contractor accountant informed you of what these changes are, and how you’ll be affected? And more importantly, what they are doing to ensure you’ll be supported fully during this period of transition? In this […]
IR35 Considerations for workers in ‘Manager’ Roles
An independent contractor’s employment status is ultimately determined by looking at the degree of control being exerted over the independent contractor, whether there is any mutuality of obligations present, and whether the personal service of a specific individual is required, as well as other contributary factors, such as the level of financial risk the independent […]