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IR35 Shield

In 2026, adapting to the market is no longer optional. The commercial landscape is shifting, and profits will follow the direction that balances risk and reward.

Dave Chaplin

Tribunal ruled regulatory controls alone don’t establish employment-type control in status disputes.

IR35 Shield

New 2026 tax regime introduces joint liability for umbrella companies, shifting PAYE risk up labour supply chains.

IR35 Shield

We explain the critical differences between “Outside IR35” and “Inside IR35”, as it affects how contractors are taxed and whether your business takes on additional tax responsibilities.

IR35 Shield

How the 2024 “Offsets Rule” transformed IR35 from a feared tax trap into a fair, predictable framework.

IR35 Shield

Find out how IR35 Shield closed another compliance check with no further action, by managing the process, presenting detailed evidence, and reassuring HMRC that compliance processes were sound.

IR35 Shield

IR35 requires organisations to manage status disagreements from workers. A clear and well-executed process is not just a requirement; it also demonstrates your organisation’s commitment to fairness and transparency.

IR35 Shield

Role-based determinations can speed up the hiring process, but it's essential to check IR35 status of each engagement once the worker is identified and contracts agreed.

IR35 Shield

HMRC is actively investigating businesses to check IR35 rules are being followed correctly. Getting it wrong can be disastrous, so here’s how to prepare and protect your business.

IR35 Shield

When aiming for IR35 compliance, using the right tools and involving key personnel ensures your decisions are well-informed and consistent.