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Newsletter 473: IR35 rules and tools | 'Gig economy' and employment rights

by Newsletter Editor at 10:20 25/01/17 ( Shout99 Newsletter)

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...or click on the links below to see some of our latest news stories in the sector. HMRC meets representatives about public sector IR35 rules and tools A bicycle courier has become the latest 'gig economy' worker to win an employment rights case in a ruling which could have wider implications for the sector. Latest ruling in favour of workers' rights in 'gig economy' The influential Treasury Committee has supported the views of the professional bodies by calling on the Government to delay the implementation of the digitalisation of the tax system to allow for further piloting. Making Tax Digital: Treasury Committee report echoes business views Making Tax Digital: Call for delay and extensive piloting Self-employment continues to rise with about 15 per cent of the country's workforce opting to 'go it alone'. However, there are concerns that the Government's policy keeps pace with the changing patterns of work and doesn't stifle to growth of the sector. More self-employed good for UK – but Government policy must keep up Challenge to support self-employment ******************************** Advertisement - Freelancer Shop ******************************** Advertisement Shout99 has a teamed with a number of specialist providers to offer products and services at highly competitive rates to help freelancers run their businesses. Have a look at our Freelancer Shop for insurances, pensions, contract reviews, and many other products which could help you make the most of freelancing in 2017. Visit the Freelancer Shop ********************** Other news in Shout99 ********************** Act now to meet the tax return filing deadline HMRC strains to issue penalties correctly Record growth in new recruitment businesses Contractor service providers join forces in new Group Ask An Expert, our expert panel answers questions from freelancers. Letters from Freelancers opens up discussions on a number of subjects of interest to freelancers. The Clubhouse is an area for 'off-topic' discussions. ******** Twitter ******** For the twitters and tweeters among our readers, you can follow Shout99's headline news on Twitter. ************************ Shout99 - Newsletter ************************ Please forward this newsletter to any other freelancer or small businesses who may be interested in news and information related to running a small business. You can subscribe to receive your own free copy of this newsletter on the home page of Shout99. Susie Hughes, Editor Newsletter 473 Shout99 - the network for freelancers Tweet

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