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IFS: UK tax system needs an overhaul: is it time for another song about the taxman?

The UK's tax system is riddled with inefficiencies and unfairness, according to a new report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), but tight public finances are making much-needed reforms difficult to implement. No political party…

IFS report: greater sick pay benefits for self-employed should be up for discussion

An IFS report is calling for policymakers and stakeholders to address the growing vulnerabilities faced by self-employed workers by considering greater unemployment and sick pay benefits for this growing and vital segment of the…

Self-employed could be targeted for higher taxes

OPINION There are signs emerging that higher tax rates and fees for the self-employed could be on the cards to pay for the Companies House overhaul and new laws over off-payroll non-compliance Many people believe that most problems…

One of the most liberating things about being a freelancer: you retire when and if you want to

If there is a call for ageing workers, especially senior executives, "to retire already" to give younger generations a chance to move up the corporate ladder, is the same being asked of freelancers? Be informed, be Freelancer Informed!…

Freelancer news you can use right away

The Freelance Informer shares tips and news stories it has spotted this week. The great thing is, you can start to use some of the information right away to improve your freelance business. Be informed, be Freelancer Informed! |…

Freelancer rates in these sectors could soar

A lot has been said about employment, inactivity and job vacancies over the pandemic, but what’s happening to earnings? Salary trends in earnings using payroll data from HMRC revealed which sectors are seeing the highest…

Solopreneurs snubbed by Treasury

The UK's furlough scheme, which will be extended in full (80% of salary) until the end of March, with the Self-employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) grant increased to 80% of profits for November to January, up to a maximum of £7,500,…