HMRC computer says no to dividend changes

Forget next year's cut to it, it's the dividend allowance itself that the taxman can't compute.

We're down -- but not out in 2018, say micro-companies

Tiny traders overwhelmingly plan to keep at it, despite economic worries.

Contractors' Questions: Who signs confirmation of work arrangements?

Legal expert points a PSC in the direction of who should sign what.

Network Rail announces all PSCs as outside IR35

Despite public sector 'chaos,' the track operator signals faith in its off-payroll staff's status.

Government shelves MTD, revises IR35 rules

Digital accounts dropped from Finance Bill, but a 'retrospective IR35 shock' is included.

Contractors' Questions: How best to freelance in France via my UK 'Ltd'?

His PSC, not tax, is what makes one techie's French bit on the side unviable.

Anti-late payment plan tabled by Corbyn

Labour vows to hit big firms that leave their small suppliers in the financial lurch.

Contractors' Questions: Should I deregister for VAT due to the FRS changes?

When it's worth leaving the Flat Rate Scheme, and what it means for you and HMRC.

MTD forces parties to flirt with tax policies

Labour and Tories start tax talk, as a status review and post-election Budget are mooted.

Snap election risks IR35 reform being rubber-stamped

Contractor sector in 'great danger' of off-payroll problems becoming permanent.

Making Tax Digital 'to cost £2,800 per business'

CEBR: Limited companies face three times more in MTD costs than the government claims.

Why 45,000 is the magic number for a PSC turned brolly

How limiting your income can be more financially rewarding than it sounds.

PSCs, verbal IR35 assurances aren't reliable

The typical status scenario we've seen since April 6th, and what to do about it.

Contractors' Questions: Will client terminate me if I push on IR35 status?

'Take a position of strength but beware the bench, a brick wall and Catch 22.'

Public sector IR35 reform: one week in

Agencies worrying; clients double-checking, PSCs refusing and the ESS changing.

IT contractor demand score at 14-month high

Uncertainty and unskilled, nervy permies are playing into the hands of IT contractors.

Contractors alerted to Lifetime ISA penalty

New savings account a 'step in the right direction', but beware the pitfall, says IPSE.

Contractors' Questions: Is my brolly right to deduct two lots of NI?

Ex-inspector probes why umbrella users contribute as both employee and employer.

Why contractors must emulate The Boy Who Cried Wolf

And other tales, so hirers will do more for you than just read your beginning, middle and end.

Contractors' Questions: How to pay dentist and optician bills as a PSC?

Expenses aid for a PSC hoping to ease the pain of mouth and eyecare.

Contractors enriched by Brexit deal uncertainty

'More non-permies on premiums, and fewer having rates cut than pre-EU vote.'

Don't rely heavily on substitution, PSCs told

'Be ready for HMRC's challenge if your outside IR35 result hinges on ESS question five.'

Today's IR35 changes -- 10 myths debunked

Separating facts from fiction about what's now here -- IR35 reform in the public sector.

HMRC throws its weight behind IR35 digital tool

Revenue recommits to the results of the ESS, following claims they are in doubt.

Contractors' Questions: How to work as a contractor under the new IR35?

Long and short of it is that 'Ltd' looks best, as gains via a brolly are pretty marginal.

HMRC puts its own IT contractors inside IR35

PSCs behind the ESS quit over IR35 fears, sign-posting a 'bumpy road' for the Revenue.  

Contractors' Questions: Can I give my clients a guarantee?

Legal aid for a Plan B contractor stuck on what's in a promise of quality.

Job board tax avoidance scheme via umbrellas undone

Taxman tackles a 'contractor' arrangement that disguises income as loyalty points.

Contractors' Questions: What if I'm deemed inside IR35 from Thursday?

Double taxation worries a doubting PSC, keen to add what IR35 could subtract.

Final advice for PSCs who've been blanket assessed

Two steps to take before Thursday if you've already been deemed inside IR35.