Beginning on 6 April 2021, new IR35 legislation will come into effect for the private sector in the UK, aligning with how a contractor’s IR35 status is already determined in the public sector. IR35 was introduced to address situations where companies have historically engaged contractors on a self-employed basis which, in turn, disguised them as employees and created tax discrepancies. In just a few months, this will all change. Companies engaging these contractors will take on the responsibility for these inconsistencies and must clearly determine a contractor’s IR35 status in the private sector.
As you prepare for IR35, key points to consider include:
As April quickly approaches, it’s important that your company has done everything it can to successfully adopt the legislation. PRO Unlimited’s comprehensive IR35 guide addresses the changes that are coming and provides several tips to help your company avoid the employee misclassification penalties that come with the new set of rules – saving thousands of dollars in avoidable costs.
To see the steps you can take to prepare for IR35, click here to view the full guide!
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