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What government gets right and wrong with its new Fair Payment Code 2
The Secret Contractor: This is how much more you should charge to work inside IR35
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In this secret contractor blog, an anonymous IPSE member shares their verdict on how much more you should charge for working inside IR35.

12 Jun 2025
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The Secret Contractor
Politicians have forgotten how to court small businesses
Politicians have forgotten how to court small businesses
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IPSE's Joshua Toovey argues that our political parties have lost their way when it comes to the UK's smallest businesses.

08 May 2025
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Josh Toovey
Protecting your income 2
Protecting your most valuable asset: your income
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As a self-employed professional, your ability to earn an income is your most valuable asset. But what would happen if illness or injury stopped you from working –...

30 Apr 2025
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Chase de Vere
The top five tax tips for the self employed
The top five tax tips for the self-employed
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IPSE's Joshua Toovey outlines the top five tax tips for the self-employed so you can get ahead of next year's tax year end.

03 Apr 2025
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Josh Toovey
Spring Statement 2025 2
What the self-employed need to know about the Spring Statement 2025
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IPSE's Joshua Toovey runs through the key announcements for the self-employed at the 2025 Spring Statement.

27 Mar 2025
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Josh Toovey
Explained HMR Cs new 3000 self assessment threshold for side hustles 2
Explained: HMRC’s new £3,000 Self Assessment threshold for side hustles
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The government has revealed plans to lift a key tax threshold for side hustles - IPSE's Fred Hicks explains what you need to know.

13 Mar 2025
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Fred Hicks
The 3 Must Dos for Self Employed Bookkeeping 2
The 3 must-dos for self-employed bookkeeping
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With the right habits and tools in place, you can reduce admin stress, ensure compliance, and keep your business running smoothly.

12 Mar 2025
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Bright Ideas Accountancy
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Self-employed women have been let down – no wonder they’re leaving
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Recently, we’re seeing worrying signs that recent increases in women in self-employment are being reversed. But what's behind this, and what can be done about it?

20 Feb 2025
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Fred Hicks
From new year to year end is tax planning on your to do list 2
From new year to year-end – is tax planning on your to-do list?
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As 2025 begins, proactive tax planning is key for self-employed professionals ahead of the April 5 year-end. While there’s no Spring Budget, important updates and...

10 Feb 2025
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Chase de Vere
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How self-employed workers can navigate the £100k tax trap and maximise financial benefits
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When your earnings exceed £100,000, the tax landscape changes dramatically. But, with the right strategies, you have the possibility to mitigate tax burdens, recl...

15 Jan 2025
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Chase de Vere
What to expect in 2025 2
What to watch out for in 2025
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Policy Director Andy Chamberlain looks ahead at what the self-employed will be watching for in Westminster in 2025.

08 Jan 2025
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Andy Chamberlain
Which expenses can the self employed claim at Christmas 2
Which expenses can the self-employed claim at Christmas?
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The festive season is a chance to celebrate another year of hard work, thank clients and colleagues, and relax after filing your tax returns for the last financia...

28 Nov 2024
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Dan Thornton

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