Contractors, recruiters, and everyone else associated with the so-called “gig economy” appeared to breath a collective sigh of relief yesterday when it was announced at budget that reform of IR35 in the private sector would not be introduced in April 2019 as originally expected,
At Liberty Bishop we are far from experts on Brexit (Who is?), but with the EU leaving date looming fast, we thought it essential to examine what might happen when the UK exits the European Union. Welcome to the great unknown! Brexit, a word
The problem for recruitment agencies when placing contractors is that it’s not just their reputation on the line when they’re on assignment. If you want to be taken seriously as a contract recruiter and build a solid name, it is vital that you have
Germany is the powerhouse of Europe. With the fourth largest economy worldwide and with it providing 28% of the EU’s GDP, it is an excellent choice for contractors looking to secure engaging, rewarding and financially beneficial work. With a trade surplus of €310 billion,
Not limited merely to the UK, the gender pay gap has been described as the shame of commerce worldwide. Thankfully, the UK is leading the way in transparency and as of the 5th April, it is a legal requirement for all companies with more than
With the end of the 2017/18 tax year rapidly approaching, it is advisable to begin planning now in order to minimise your tax bill as we head into the new financial year. This factsheet considers ways in which both your business and personal finances can
Working in Sweden, even for only for a few months, will be a culturally rewarding, eye-opening experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life. It may only be a couple of hours’ flight from the UK, but the cultural differences
There is little more exciting in the contracting life than to be offered the opportunity to work abroad. The thrill of experiencing another culture, from inside work and out, the chance to explore a new land in your downtime, and the benefit of more clement
We’re at the end of 2017 already. Christmas is less than a week away. New Year, a week after, and most importantly, the HMRC self assessment tax submission deadline is looming fast. But this tax filing season brings with it a raft of changes that
The first Autumn budget for twenty-one years was not the happy occasion most had wished for. The Liberty Bishop team have gone through the Chancellor’s statement with a fine tooth-comb and picked out the highlights just for you! Here are our takeaways from a bit
Umbrella companies have taken a bit of a battering in recent years; the restrictions placed on claiming travel and subsistence expenses and changes to salary sacrifice rules have meant that, for the vast majority of umbrella company contractors, the umbrella route is no longer a
We know it’s hard to keep up with all the legislative adjustments and read through all the technical jargon at times! We plan to host a new series of webinars (online seminars) covering hot topics of the moment and industry updates. Quite honestly it’s
Important changes to tax legislation which may affect you and your Ltd company. From the 6th April 2017, the way in which IR35 legislation works will be changing for those Limited company contractors that provide services to public sector bodies. Post-April, it will no
LATEST INFORMATION BASED ON THE “SUMMARY OF RESPONSES” AND “TECHNICAL NOTES” PUBLICATIONS (PUBLISHED 5TH DECEMBER 2016) General summary of changes due in April 2017 The off-payroll rules (often referred to as IR35 or the intermediaries legislation), are designed to ensure that individuals who work through
To attend our free seminar on the forthcoming legislation: “Off-payroll working in the public sector: reform of the employment intermediaries (IR35)” legislation. Specifically aimed at recruitment businesses that supply freelance workers to the public sector, our seminar offers an ideal opportunity for directors and department managers
Today, Friday 24th June 2016, is a monumental day in the course of our countries journey towards the future. As a nation we have taken the first step along a new path. We did not all vote in favour of taking this new step and