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Government consults on IR35 for private sector reform

21 May 18

Fears extending legislation could ‘single out’ the self-employed.
Over-50s rethink retirement plans

18 May 18

1 in 4 alter plans following state pension changes.
Wage growth exceeds inflation for first time in a year

17 May 18

Employee earnings grew by 2.9% in Q1 2018.
Retired tenants will need £445,000 pension pot

16 May 18

Cost of rent adds £185,000 to required savings.
1 in 3 expect 6-month wait for inheritance

15 May 18

Processing probate takes 11 months on average.

Government consults on IR35 for private sector reform