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Self-employed? What’s protecting you when workplace benefits no longer do?

Join IPSE and Chase de Vere on 16 July for a webinar on pensions, sick pay & death-in-service cover when you move from employment to self-employment.

16 Jul 2026
What would a Burnham government mean for the self-employed?
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What would a Burnham government mean for the self-employed?

A new PM. The same old questions. Join us on what a Burnham government means for freelancers, tax, parental leave, late payment and your contracts.

01 Jul 2026
How to stop self-employed procrastination hurting your career
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How to stop self-employed procrastination hurting your career
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Time management and productivity are essential for almost any self-employed business to succeed. But even experienced freelancers and contractors can find themsel...

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Dan Thornton
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What is Entrepreneurs' Relief and when you should claim it
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What is Entrepreneurs' Relief and when you should claim it
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Entrepreneurs’ Relief allows you to pay less Capital Gains Tax (CGT) when you sell all or part of your business, close it down, or sell qualifying assets and secu...

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How to pay yourself as a limited company director
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Make the most of your self-employed income and find out how to pay yourself as a limited company director, using the right combination of salary and dividends. An...

How to tackle freelance burnout for the self-employed
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How to tackle freelance burnout for the self-employed
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Everyone will experience times when they feel less motivated or enthusiastic about their work. But it’s important to know how to spot and tackle freelance burnout...

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Dan Thornton
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Being a valued partner to your client, not just their servant
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If you want to do higher-value work and build stronger client relationships, you need to be seen as more than just someone who delivers tasks. This session explor...

09 Jun 2026
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Unlocking the Courage Economy: What needs to change for the self-employed
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Our 2026 discussion paper sets out the legislative and regulatory reforms the UK Government must deliver to restore confidence in self-employment ahead of Party C...

The Future of AI: How to Prepare Your Business
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The Future of AI: How to Prepare Your Business
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AI is moving fast - and for small business owners, the noise can be overwhelming. This straight-talking session cuts through the hype to give you clear insights, ...

27 May 2026
Self-employed insurance jargon busted
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Self-employed insurance jargon busted
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Everything freelancers, contractors and the self-employed need to know about insurance terms, from policy wording to income protection.

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Late payment guide legal rights and process for claiming a late payment 2
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Late payment guide: legal rights and process for claiming a late payment
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Late payments can affect businesses and livelihoods. Here’s a guide to what you’re entitled to and how to recover any payments owed.

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Self-employed Professional Indemnity insurance guide

Everything self-employed professionals need to know about PI insurance, including who needs it, run-off cover, and exclusive Qdos discounts for IPSE members.

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