The hidden perks of business breakdown cover for IPSE members
If you’re an IPSE member and you arrange vehicle breakdown cover, you may not realise that your membership could drastically cut your cover costs.
- 23 Apr 2024
- 38 articles
Is a struggling jobs market good news for contractors?
IPSE's Joshua Toovey reviews the latest labour market data to explore how contractors could help alleviate the concerns of clients and outlines how the Chancellor could make this happen.
- 18 Apr 2024
Spotlight on IR35: Talent drain is deeply damaging for both business and the UK economy
IPSE's Joshua Toovey uses the findings of the latest IR35 Spotlight report to outline why the rules are deeply damaging to both UK businesses and the wider economy.
- 11 Apr 2024
How to be a successful sole trader
Workwell's Contractor Accountancy Specialist Kina Soodin runs through everything you need to be a successful sole trader in 2024 - from calculating and paying tax to managing expenses and pensions.
- 10 Apr 2024
Umbrella company regulation: Five things contractors should watch out for
With an update from government due in two weeks, IPSE's Joshua Toovey recaps what contractors should look out for in these proposals to regulate the umbrella company market.
- 4 Apr 2024
The Chancellor's missed opportunity as freelance confidence and rates falter
IPSE’s Joshua Toovey argues that the Spring Budget was a missed opportunity as the latest findings from IPSE’s Freelancer Confidence Index reveal confidence and rates faltering.
- 28 Mar 2024
Should my business accept online payments for invoices?
In this blog, SumUp Invoices set out the advantages of accepting online payments when running a self-employed business.
- 28 Mar 2024
What’s happening with the Managed Service Company tax investigations?
IPSE's Andy Chamberlain provides an update on the progress of HMRC's Managed Service Company tax investigations and considers the ramifications for the entire self-employed sector.
- 21 Mar 2024
Staying up-to-date with social media in 2024
Social media is filled with uncertainties and constant evolutions. This makes it a challenging yet exhilarating space to be a part of. Find out how to stay on top of it.
- 15 Mar 2024
How government is failing the UK's limited company directors
IPSE's Joshua Toovey recounts how the benefits of running a limited company as a freelancer have declined in recent years and why it is imperative for government to change tack.
- 14 Mar 2024
What did Budget 2024 do for the self-employed?
IPSE's Fred Hicks analyses the main announcements from this week's Spring Budget statement, what they mean for the self-employed and whether we may see more pro-freelance measures unveiled before an election.
- 7 Mar 2024
Rising costs: Making Tax Digital set to place extra pressure on self-employed
IPSE's Fred Hicks analyses what the latest update to Making Tax Digital for Self Assessment means for its impact on the self-employed and why the March Budget presents a timely opportunity to soften the blow.
- 29 Feb 2024
Self-employed and an unpaid carer? We’d love to hear from you
IPSE is aiming to discover more about the scale, commonly-shared challenges facing, and misconceptions about those that are self-employed and also an unpaid carer.
- 29 Feb 2024
Worker’s rights battle heats up again – but could the self-employed get burnt?
IPSE's Fred Hicks reacts to recent commentary on a possible Labour government's plans to revamp worker's rights and sheds light on why these plans are more relevant to self-employment than many realise.
- 22 Feb 2024
How can my IPSE membership save me money?
IPSE's membership team outline how IPSE members can save money by accessing the many benefits of membership.
- 6 Feb 2024
What to consider this tax year end as a self-employed professional
With the tax year ending on 5 April, it's the perfect opportunity to explore tax-saving strategies and avoid unnecessary tax liabilities.
- 31 Jan 2024
Introducing IPSE’s new elected Directors: Joe Woodhouse and Phil Cowhig
After a very competitive process, the IPSE board is now delighted to welcome two new Directors. In this piece, we take a closer look at the careers of the two new elected Directors and what they aim to bring to the board.
- 25 Jan 2024
The Secret Contractor: Navigating the world of umbrellas in my first inside IR35 engagement
In this secret contractor blog, an anonymous IPSE member provides their second update since taking their first inside IR35 role, outlining the complexities of contractor supply chains.
- 24 Jan 2024
Where to find the latest advice for self-employed workers
IPSE's new advice section is the home for the latest advice and support for the self-employed.
- 14 Jan 2024
How can your IPSE Membership help maintain and improve your mental health?
For World Mental Health Day, Patrick Carter highlights some of the ways your IPSE membership can help to support your mental health and wellbeing.
- 14 Jan 2024
Why are more over 50s becoming self-employed?
IPSE's Fred Hicks digs into the drivers behind a spike in the age and skill profile of the self-employed sector.
- 11 Jan 2024
Digital platforms will now share your income directly with HMRC
From January 1st, 2024, digital platforms will now share your income directly with HMRC. Which could mean you incur a tax bill without realising, and end up with a penalty for non-payment.
- 5 Jan 2024
Politics is broken and the self-employed are paying the price
IPSE's Joshua Toovey argues that the self-employed are suffering amidst political infighting, partisan conflict and an absence of policymaking from this government.
- 4 Jan 2024
The top three challenges facing the self-employed in 2024
IPSE's Policy Team looks at the year ahead and reviews what the top challenges could be for the self-employed in 2024.
- 14 Dec 2023
Christmas gift ideas for the self-employed and freelancers
Choose the perfect present for the freelancer, self-employed worker, or consultant in your life.
- 8 Dec 2023
Which expenses can the self-employed claim at Christmas?
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 financial year. But which expenses can the self-employed claim at Christmas?
- 7 Dec 2023
Latest victory for Kaye Adams highlights absurdity of IR35
IPSE's Director of Policy, Andy Chamberlain, reviews the ramifications of the latest victory for Kaye Adams in her long-running IR35 battle with HMRC and outlines why it highlights the fundamental flaws of the legislation.
- 30 Nov 2023
Guide to Self Assessment for the self-employed
Ahead of the Self Assessment deadline at the end of January, HMRC's Head of Self Assessment Operations, Jashoda Pindoira, answers the many questions surrounding Self Assessment and outlines what support is available to the self-employed.
- 30 Nov 2023
Celebrating Freelance Success: The Freelancer Magazine x IPSE BIG Christmas Party Recap
Freelancers from across the UK gathered at the Freelancer Magazine x IPSE BIG Christmas Party, a spectacular event that brought the freelance community together for a day filled with festivities, games, and networking.
- 29 Nov 2023
What the Autumn Statement means for the self-employed
IPSE's Policy Team reviews how the measures announced at the Autumn Statement could impact the self-employed.
- 23 Nov 2023
Here's what you need to know about IPSE's exciting new membership categories
IPSE's Director of Membership, Vicks Rodwell, outlines how the exciting new changes to IPSE's membership packages now better reflect how our members work.
- 23 Nov 2023
The Status Determination Statement (SDS): What it is, who writes it and when you should receive one
IPSE's Joshua Toovey outlines what the Status Determination Statement (SDS) is, who is responsible for issuing one and when you, the contractor, should expect to receive one.
- 16 Nov 2023
Is the UK’s self-employed population set for an influx of employees?
IPSE's Joshua Toovey outlines how new research by IPSE and Workwell indicates a growing desire of employees to become self-employed and reviews what the Chancellor should do to embrace this cohort.
- 16 Nov 2023
When is my client exempt from the off-payroll working rules?
IPSE's Joshua Toovey reviews when a client is subject to the small business or wholly overseas exemptions from off-payroll working rules (IR35).
- 1 Nov 2023
A simple guide to Making Tax Digital
Making Tax Digital was first introduced in 2019 and is gradually becoming relevant for more and more people – self-employed and limited company contractors alike. This article offers support by giving an overview of who is impacted and what it means moving forward.
- 20 Oct 2023
Can I challenge my client’s IR35 status determination?
IPSE's Joshua Toovey reviews whether a client's determination that your contract is 'inside IR35' is always the final word on the matter.
- 18 Oct 2023
Tensions at the Conservative Party Conference will do nothing to endear the self-employed
IPSE's Joshua Toovey reviews the key events of the Conservative Party Conference amidst growing tensions within the party and argues why it will likely do nothing to endear the self-employed.
- 5 Oct 2023
Navigating financial challenges as a self-employed professional: The impact of rising interest rates
In today's dynamic economic landscape, self-employed individuals, contractors, and freelancers face a unique set of financial challenges. The interplay of a high-interest environment and potential tax increases requires a thoughtful approach to managing your finances.
- 4 Oct 2023