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IPSE regularly runs surveys to track trends in freelancing and inform our campaigning work. It’s more important than ever that the vital contribution you make as a freelancer is recognised. 

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How many freelancers are in the UK 2
How many freelancers are in the UK?
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IPSE's Joshua Toovey uses the latest data to outline how many freelancers are currently operating in the UK.

27 May 2025
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Josh Toovey
Why clients pay late and what you can actually do about it 2
Why freelancers don’t get paid and what you can actually do about it
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IPSE's Fred Hicks runs though the most common reasons freelance invoices get paid late, and what you can do to help yourself get paid promptly.

15 May 2025
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Fred Hicks
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
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