by Lynne Gowers | Jan 6, 2025 | Contractors
Welcome to 2025! Can you believe we’re a whole quarter century into this millennium! A new year is the perfect time to reassess your goals, not just for your career but also for your finances. For contractors and freelancers, managing income and expenses over the...
by Colin Gunnell | Nov 7, 2024 | Agencies, Contractors, Liquid Friday, News
It’s not very often umbrella companies get an actual name check in the Budget speech, but there it was, with Rachel Reeves pledging to clamp down on umbrella companies that exploit workers. The detail of what this actually looks like came later in the updated policy...
by Lynne Gowers | Oct 31, 2024 | General News, Contractors, News, Finance, Agencies
Delivered on the eve of Halloween, it’s fair to say this week’s Autumn Budget was heavier on the tricks than the treats. Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled Labour’s first Budget for 14 years, including some hard-hitting measures which will have significant impact on...
by Lynne Gowers | Oct 21, 2024 | Agencies, General News, Contractors
On Wednesday, 30th October 2024, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver the Autumn Budget, the first from the new Labour Government. Facing a £22 billion fiscal shortfall, Reeves has pledged not to raise income tax, National Insurance, or VAT for employees. However,...
by Lynne Gowers | Sep 15, 2024 | Self assessment, Contractors
When it comes to a painless self assessment, good record keeping is your secret weapon! Even if you are having an accountant or tax return specialist prepare and submit your tax return for you, keeping track of the required documents will ensure a much smoother and...