Rule 1: Make sure you understand the contract and all its implications before you sign. Rule 2: Treat everything in the contract as negotiable until you sign. And don't be afraid to negotiate! Rule 3: ...

It might be legislation to address umbrella companies, but JSL means it’s agencies that must try to survive and not get wiped out.

Answers to ‘How often can a limited company contractor pay dividends?’ plus IR35, and ‘disguised salary’ considerations.

Fred Hicks is Senior Policy Adviser at IPSE, the self-employed association. He leads on the development of IPSE’s policy positions and campaigning on issues including IR35, tax, prompt payment and ...