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Contractors 13 Feb 2025

IR35: Small company threshold changes to OPW-exempt 14,000 clients

HMRC confirms to Kingsbridge an off-payroll working exemption for scores of currently medium-sized companies, with effect from April 6th 2026.…

by Kingsbridge

Contractors 24 Jan 2025

Bryan Robson v HMRC final score 1-1: a deep dive into football legend’s IR35 case

Bryan Robson is no stranger to making headlines; as a legendary figure in English football, his career has been defined…

by Kingsbridge

Contractors 09 Jan 2025

IR35 and sole traders: 2025 guide

“Is my sole trader business at risk because of IR35?” If you’ve asked yourself this question, you’re not alone. Many…

by Ryan Dawson

Trades 14 Feb 2025

Tradespeople fight back against tool theft: Major London rally demands tougher punishment

In a show of unity and frustration, tradespeople from across the UK took to the streets in a major van…

by Hannah Robinson

Trades 29 May 2025

How to keep tools safe: 10 top tips for tradespeople

Tool theft is on the rise and for tradespeople that can mean more than just a frustrating setback. Your tools…

by Katie Collins-Jones

Trades

Funding and grants available for tradies

Running a business can be expensive, with the cost of tools, vehicles, employees, tax, insurance and more, all piling up!…

by Eleanor Hanwell

Trades

How to deal with the profit drain of scope creep

You may not have heard of the term “scope creep”, but if you’ve been running a business for any length…

by Eleanor Hanwell

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Contractor Guides 11 Apr 2025

How much professional indemnity insurance do I need?

Professional indemnity insurance cover is one of the staples of many business insurance packages, along with public liability insurance and employers’ liability…
Contractor Guides 11 Apr 2025

Professional indemnity insurance vs public liability

Professional indemnity vs public liability insurance: what’s the difference? Professional indemnity insurance and public liability insurance are often confused –…
Contractor Guides 07 Jan 2025

Are you protected from the unexpected?

Whether you’re a freelancer, contractor, or small business owner, running your own business comes with risks. You’re juggling multiple clients,…
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IR35 guide for overseas contractors and end clients

Does IR35 apply to foreign contracts, or when working outside of the UK? That’s a question we’re often asked at…
Contractor Guides

Do I need personal accident cover as a contractor?

When you consider the insurances you need as a contractor, you’ll naturally leap to professional indemnity and public liability, but…
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7 proven networking tips for contractors to grow your business

Networking has changed a lot over the years. While face-to-face networking is still an incredibly important aspect of relationship-building for…
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How to start your career as a self-employed IT contractor

IT contractors have never been in more demand than they are right now, so if you’ve been toying with the…
Contractor Guides

The Cost of Setting Out

If you’re a setting out engineer it’s more than likely you’ve seen a rise in your insurance premiums recently (or,…
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Which business insurance do I need as a contractor?

We know it can be a minefield for contractors when it comes to purchasing the right insurance cover to protect…
Contractor Guides

What is the difference between a sole trader and a limited company?

This article is for information purposes only and should not be seen as financial advice. You should consult with your…
Contractor Guides

What if I get injured at work?

For any contractor who has previously been in traditional employment, you probably didn’t think that much about what would happen…
Contractor Guides

Why Do Contractors Need Insurance?

One of the most common questions we get asked at Kingsbridge Contractor Insurance is ‘Why do I need insurance?’. No…
Contractor Guides

How every contractor can benefit from Professional Indemnity insurance

We’ve no doubt that you’ve heard of Professional Indemnity insurance before. You may know it by a different name; errors…
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Managing Multiple Clients And Projects

Are you struggling with managing multiple clients and projects in your work as a freelancer or contractor? Managing your workload…
Contractor Guides

Do I need an Employer Reference Number (ERN)?

Most contractors love the flexibility and control over your working life that being self-employed gives you. However, it does involve…
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