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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...

Companies House ID verification 2
Companies House identity verification: What’s changing?
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IPSE's Josh Toovey reviews what the introduction of identity verification at Companies House will mean for company directors and outlines why it could be complica...

06 Aug 2025
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Josh Toovey
Late payment guide legal rights and process for claiming a late payment 2
Government announces major late payment reforms for freelancers
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IPSE’s Josh Toovey argues new late payment laws will protect freelancers with capped terms, automatic interest, and stronger powers to deter repeat offenders.

31 Jul 2025
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Josh Toovey
IPSE praises landmark late payment clampdown
IPSE praises “landmark” late payment clampdown as government unveils tough new laws
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IPSE has welcomed new measures to tackle late payments to freelancers and small businesses.

31 Jul 2025
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