01253 362 062 Open IR35 Dive into our guide to gain a deeper understanding of IR35. Your Contractor Advice Line 01253 362 062 Home > Resources > IR35 If you contract or freelance within the UK, IR35 is one of the most important pieces of legislation that you will have to understand. The legislation has been active in the United Kingdom since the turn of the 21st century and is constantly evolving as time goes on. There are many questions and myths around the IR35 legislation, from ‘what is HMRC’s criteria’ to ‘my accountant told me I am IR35 compliant because of X, Y and Z’. Here at Nixon Williams, we have been advising contractors & freelancers on IR35 for nearly twenty years. Using this expertise, we have compiled the most asked questions around IR35 and busted a few myths in the process. WHAT IS IR35? First of all, what actually is IR35? Find out what it means for contractors. INSIDE OR OUTSIDE IR35 Read our advice to find out what determines your IR35 status. IR35 CHECKER Get an idea of your IR35 status, with our IR35 Checker. By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyse site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Accept All Cookies Reject

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