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Contractor Guides 26 Feb 2026

Professional indemnity insurance: what’s a retroactive date

Whether you’ve just taken out a professional indemnity policy or you’re shopping for new business insurance, chances are you’ve come…

by Katie Collins-Jones

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Employers’ liability requirements and who’s exempt

Employer’s liability insurance isn’t just a box to tick – it’s a legal safeguard that protects businesses and their employees,…

by Katie Collins-Jones

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Jury service for self-employed: getting cover for loss of earnings

Jury duty if you’re self-employed can be the last thing you need. If you’re a freelancer or contractor and a…

by Katie Collins-Jones

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When you’re choosing insurance, you’ll often come across two terms: claims made and claims occurring. They both refer to the…
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The way Britain pays tax is entering its biggest modernisation in a generation, with Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income…
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One of the big questions for any contractor when they first set up as self-employed is whether you should operate as a…
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Insurance for graphic designers is often questioned – why do they need insurance? What are they even covering? One Reddit…
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It’s no secret that online security is a huge factor for businesses big and small. Cyber attacks are becoming more…
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How to report cyber crime

A single cyber incident can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and damage trust. In the face of such a threat,…
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