Is tax (too) complex?
Tax and employment laws are two of the UK’s most complex areas of law. Both areas constantly change, making it difficult for contractors to keep up with the latest changes. This is especially true for contractors who work on a short-term basis, as they may not have the time or resources to stay up-to-date on […]
New research highlights confusion amongst self-employed regarding Off-Payroll reforms
One in five UK sole traders are needlessly making plans to address the impact of proposed Off-Payroll reforms despite the legislation not affecting them, new research has revealed. According to a collaborative survey conducted by professional membership body the Freelancer & Contractor Services Association (FCSA) and cloud accounting software provider FreeAgent, one in five (18%) […]
A liquidator’s view on the impact of IR35 changes
FCSA Business Partner, Clarke Bell, specialist in MVL and CVL services, takes a look at the impact of IR35 on professional services providers from a liquidators perspective.
FCSA reaction to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget
Read our response to the Chancellor’s first Autumn Budget Statement on 29 October 2018, where he announces confirmation of the delay to the roll-out of IR35 reforms until April 2020.
As the Off-Payroll working in the private sector consultation closes we propose an innovative solution for Government consideration
As the Off-Payroll working in the private sector consultation comes to a close we are proposing a new innovative solution designed to increase IR35 compliance in a fair and transparent way. The Enhanced Reporting and Enforcement solution will allow Personal Service Companies (PSCs) to retain responsibility for their IR35 status, as they currently do, albeit […]
Off-Payroll Working in the Private Sector
Written by FCSA Business Partner, My Digital Accounts. What is the latest on IR35? IR35 has been a hot topic in the news over the last few weeks due to a new consultation announced on the 18th of May. The closing date for responses of mid-August is nicely timed for the Autumn Budget leading […]
HMRC issues consultation on IR35 reforms to the private sector
HMRC have today finally issued their long-awaited consultation on IR35 reforms in the private sector, and it isn’t quite as expected.
