The Conservatives have punished the self-employed

By Dave Chaplin 2022-11-16T08:38:00

Draconian and flawed off-payroll working rules must be reformed if Rishi Sunak is to have any prospect of winning over a crucial part of the electorate

Today, the UK boasts a highly talented freelance workforce who have become the engine of the UK economy and UK plc. They are a group of people who have shunned both the career ladder and the security that comes with being an employee, choosing instead to be their own bosses and deliver their professional services to clients on a commercial contract basis.

These one-person businesses pride themselves on being the best at what they do and deliver niche skills to firms on an as-needed basis. All parties benefit from this arrangement: contractors can work when they want, and firms gain access to the best expertise and experience they need without the added burden of employment rights and costs.

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