A survey carried out by contractors group PCG, shows that “the jury is still out” over the impact any changes to the UK’s membership of the EU would have on freelancers. [NP4K5VVGS7WA]
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Since the implementation of the Companies Act 2006, private limited companies are no longer legally obliged to appoint a company secretary, although they may still decide to do so.
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A recent survey of interim executives found that the vast majority of senior managers believe that the Government should focus on creating growth in the UK economy rather than concentrating on cost-cutting measures.
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Unlike traditional ‘small business’ accountants, most contractor accountants provide a specialist service tailored to the specific needs of contractors – typically for a monthly fee.
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The latest Russam GMS survey shows that the demand for interim managers rose 3% last year, in spite of a flatlining economy.
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The Law Society has warned that the Chancellor’s plans for new employee-shareholder contracts (‘shares for rights’) could actually cause more red tape rather than less, especially for small company owners, and should be deleted from the Growth and Infrastructure Bill.
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Contractor UK, a leading industry news site, has revealed the results of its annual readers’ survey, including the best contractor accountant award.
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The latest figures from the IMA show that public sector interim management projects now account for over two thirds of all assignments – the highest level since before the credit crunch.
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Emily Coltman, chief accountant at FreeAgent, has published two useful self-assessment checklists – aimed at limited company contractors and freelancers.
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With the self-assessment deadline looming once again, a leading accountant has provided his top ten tips to help contractors complete their tax returns correctly.
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Limited company owners should make sure they meet the annual self-assessment deadline at the end of this month, as penalties for late submission can increase significantly the longer a return is outstanding.
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Having been granted an increase in specialist funding, HMRC is offering the participants of certain tax avoidance schemes the chance to settle their tax liabilities via agreement, rather than facing litigation.
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If you want to set up a new limited company, you will need to have various pieces of information to hand in order to complete the incorporation process.
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The start of a New Year is often the push aspiring business owners need to set up a new company. With the number of new company registrations typically higher in the first quarter of each year than any other, 2013 may set new records as the economy slowly crawls out of recession.
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If you are a professional contractor or consultant, you may be required by your client to carry adequate business insurance, or you may decide to insure your company for your own peace of mind.
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The Office of National Statistics has released data showing that the rates of business births and deaths have moved back to near pre-recession levels. The study also reveals the 5-year survival rate for businesses.
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One of the most significant changes announced by the Chancellor in his 2012 Autumn Statement was a cut in the tax-free pensions contribution limits from the 2014/15 tax year onwards. How will this affect contractors and consultants?
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The Research & Development (R&D) tax relief system exists to encourage businesses to invest in innovation. Often misunderstood, and under-claimed by small companies, it can offer substantial benefits to qualifying firms.
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The expansion of the IR35 legislation to include ‘office holders’ – the first ever statutory change to the Intermediaries Legislation – should not be a concern for ‘genuine’ contractors, says a leading accountant.
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