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We are the UK's authoritative source of information on the self-employed

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Our research underpins our campaigning efforts

We can only make the UK a fairer place to be self-employed with up-to-date sources of data and information.

 

 

Some of our key pieces of research:

IR35 Spotlight Report
The Self-Employed Landscape
Confidence Index

Read the latest insights from the team...

Appetite for risk freelancing 2026 2
Why appetite for risk will define freelancing in 2026
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IPSE’s Josh Toovey argues that a changing risk–reward balance is making self-employment a harder choice for many people in the UK.

22 Jan 2026
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Josh Toovey
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We’ve teamed up with Qdos – here’s what that means for you
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IPSE’s Managing Director, Vicks Rodwell, outlines how our new partnership with Qdos strengthens member protection, enhances expert support and delivers expanded b...

15 Jan 2026
Vicks Rodwell
Vicks Rodwell
Why 2026 cant come too soon for self employed 2
Why 2026 cannot come soon enough for the self-employed
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IPSE's Josh Toovey explains why 2026 could bring renewed opportunity for the self-employed after a tough 2025 of limited projects and rising costs.

17 Dec 2025
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Josh Toovey
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