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George Mantides Limited v HM Revenue & Customs [2025] UKUT 124 (TCC) The judgment in George Mantides Limited was finally published after a delay to
Spring Statement 2025 – Shakedown for Bad Tax Advisers
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Budget 2024 – Good news for contractors, umbrella companies face demise
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Autumn Statement 2023 – Hope for Contractors
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NEVER Buy Tax-Safe IR35 Insurance
Unfortunately, some unscrupulous recruiters are requiring contractors to buy IR35 tax insurance for engagements where the client is within the scope of the off-payroll legislation.