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Explore the implications of the UK's new Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Act 2023 on employment contracts, worker rights, and employer responsibilities. Stay updated.

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Locum Doctors – what is your employment status? Image of doctor listening to a patient
Employment law

For Locum doctors, it's important to know whether you are employee, a worker, or someone who is self-employed? We explore the differences.

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Running a business

Public Liability Insurance won’t cover you retrospectively, so you should have it in place as soon as you start to interact with members of the public.

Crunch Free - the perfect replacement for Wave Accountingin the UK
News and opinion

Wave Accounting is removing access to its free accounting software in the UK, but there’s an even better replacement for the UK’s self-employed heroes.

What is VAT reverse charge in the construction sector?, image of construction workers discussing plans | Crunch
Tax

If you’re in the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and VAT registered, HMRC are changing how you account for VAT from 1st October 2019.

Care Workers - what are your rights at work? Image of woman playing chess with an elderly man | Crunch
Employment law

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News and opinion

Upload bank transactions in a flash with Crunch's simple and secure Open Banking feeds, with established links with several of the UK's biggest banks.

Can I claim a Christmas party as a business expense?
Expenses

If you're a director of a limited company, you can claim up to £150 as a business expense for a Christmas party - even a virtual one! There are some strict rules, though.

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Running a business

A handy, jargon-free checklist to prepare you for when times take a turn for the worse.

Finance Bill may affect the self-employed. Image of a freelancer doing her taxes
Running a business

The Coronavirus Business Bounce Back Scheme is designed to provide quick access to cash . We've put together this guide to help you make a claim

How to find your gap in the market
Becoming self-employed

Looking to find your gap in the self-employed market? Here's how do you identify your niche among the self-employed community and stress-test your idea.

Immigration Guide - How can employers recruit people from outside the UK from 1 January 2021, image of people at the airport | Crunch
Employment law

From 1 January 2021, all non-British/Irish nationals will require a valid immigration status/visa to live, work, and study in the UK.

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Running a business

Our ultimate business tips guide covers everything from which hand to hold your drink, to the secret tricks that the most successful people swear by.

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