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Employment law

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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Tax

An EYC enables you to amend (‘update’) any payroll data previously submitted to HMRC for an employee or director of your limited company after 19th April, for the preceding tax year, even if your payroll is closed.

Volunteers
Tax

We all agree that donating to a charity is good for everyone but did you know that there are tax-efficient benefits to donating? We take a look.

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Running a business

Business jargon can often be complicated, especially if you're just getting started. Here's a simple glossary of business / accounting terms.

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Running a business

SWOT is a very common process used for planning - it's not perfect though. What other methods can you use?

Running a business

If you're self-employed, you may spend a lot of time thinking about your objectives and goals for the future. We look at the ways you can achieve them.

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Employment law

What can freelancers and contractors do if they are injured during their job at a client's premises? We explore the legislation.

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Contracts

Freelancers and contractors will generally have no legal right to reinstatement if their Client terminates or chooses not to renew their contract.

Tax

You aren’t able to claim expenses for glasses or contact lens unless they’re prescribed during your time at work, specifically for ‘monitor or screen work’.

HMRC
Tax

HMRC's systems can be a little tricky to navigate, and you might not always know which department you're looking for. Thankfully, we've compiled a handy guide to point you in the right direction.

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Becoming self-employed

What's the difference between working as a freelancer or working as an agency worker? And what is best for your small business? We take a look.

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News and opinion

Half of the self-employed wanted to obtain a better work-life balance but research suggests many are working an additional 14 hours every week.

“One day I’ll be assisting at a photoshoot at a restaurant, the next I’ll be editing 100-page reports for a global charity. It’s a real mixed bag.” - Suzanne Lindfors
Becoming self-employed

Freelance copywriter, Suzanne Lindfors, shares her thoughts on juggling freelance work with the demands of parenthood and more.

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