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The tax case between HMRC and RALC Consulting is remitted to the First-tier Tribunal to be re-examined
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Election manifestos leave freelance workforce out in the cold
The manifestos of the main political parties have fallen woefully short in addressing the critical issues facing the UK’s flexible workforce.
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Which political party has the best interests of the self-employed at heart?
Experts assess what the political parties are offering the self-employed in their manifestos.
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Reform UK Manifesto: Seven Million to Pay No Income Tax
Reform UK has launched its 2024 general election manifesto.
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Adrian Chiles faces fresh hearing in £1.7 million tax battle with HMRC
Broadcaster Adrian Chiles faces a fresh hearing in his legal battle with tax officials as they continue their years-long pursuit of £1.7 million allegedly owed over his BBC and ITV presenting work.
