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Rumours are circulating or 'kites are being flown' that the controversial public sector IR35 reforms will be extended to cover the private sector - potentially placing further administrative burdens on clients and calling into question contractors 'status' - all at the risk of making the contractor workforce less attractive.
Plus the recent report from the OTS calling for a reduction in the VAT threshold - all signal a potential 'winter of discontent'.
Ironically this comes at a time when otherwise things are looking up for the freelancer workforce with more clients relying on their skills and flexibility.
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Full cover of issues in the Autumn Budget (November 22) affecting freelancers and expert analysis will also be available in the Political News section of Shout99 throughout next week.
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