While the 2p reduction in national insurance contributions may offer short-term relief for some, experts warn that it could pave the way for the government to seek revenue elsewhere to pay for salary pay rises of public sector workers and pay off government debt. Freelancers Face Unique Challenges Freelancers, who often rely on irregular income […]

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Policies on inheritance tax, pensions, IR35, national service and defence: pros and cons The upcoming general election on July 4th in Great Britain has several political parties presenting diverse tax policies that will significantly impact self-employed individuals and agency contractors. This analysis breaks down the major parties’ tax proposals revealed in manifestos or indicated as […]

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Almost a third of over-55s have never checked how Inheritance Tax could affect them, according to a new study. A new study by TIME Investments, a provider of Inheritance Tax services, has found that nearly one in three (31%) over-55s have never checked how Inheritance Tax (IHT) could affect them despite 36% estimating their estates […]

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