Articles
Our latest IR35 blogs, guides and spotlights
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Limited Company Contractors vs Sole Traders - Explained
The two main ways of contractors engaging directly with a hiring business are via their own limited company, or as a "sole trader". This article will help explain the similarities, and differences, between them.
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The future is Outside IR35: How to access the best talent at the lowest cost
Many businesses still default to “Inside IR35” or umbrella-only models, but this approach often increases cost, limits talent, and adds tax risk. A 2026 ContractorCalculator survey shows how contractors want to work, and how businesses can attract and retain them.
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PGMOL ruling: what it means for firms hiring contractors and sole traders
HMRC has lost a hugely significant employment status tax cases; a decade-long dispute with Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL). Here's what that means for your business.
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Recruiters need to understand the changing risk map
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.
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Regulatory control found insufficient to meet the employment status test
Tribunal ruled regulatory controls alone don’t establish employment-type control in status disputes.
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New Umbrella Tax Legislation - Understanding Client Exposure
New 2026 tax regime introduces joint liability for umbrella companies, shifting PAYE risk up labour supply chains.
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Outside IR35 vs Inside IR35: What’s the Difference?
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.
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The IR35 Fix That Changed Everything: Why Contractor Hiring Is Safe Again
How the 2024 “Offsets Rule” transformed IR35 from a feared tax trap into a fair, predictable framework.
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Another HMRC Compliance Check Resolved: How Professional Support Made the Difference
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.
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Pro Tip: Handle Disagreements Transparently and Efficiently
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.
