IR35 Off-payroll working
On Tuesday 25th February, UK Screen Alliance jointly presented with our sponsors Sargent Disc and Wiggin, an event about the IR35 off-payroll rule changes to be introduced in April 2020. The panel included Ceri Stoner, Partner at Wiggin, a leading law firm focused exclusively on Media, Technology & Brands, Dr. Laurence Sargent, Director of Sargent-Disc Ltd, provider of payroll, accounting and software services tailored to the Entertainment Industry, and Tim Gillett, Director and Tax Advisory, from Saffery Champness, one of the top 20 firms of chartered accountants, who provide tax and advisory services to clients across a range of sectors.
The group discussed the legislation, the implications for freelancers, production, post, animation and VFX companies, how to apply the rules, and the tools available to help with the assessment.
An audio recording of the presentations is available now:
IR35 – What does it mean for production and your company? – Audio Recording
Media coverage: Broadcastnow – IR35: what does it mean for TV?
Please do not forward the slides or video as they are exclusively for UK Screen Alliance /Animation UK members only.
Please note the following legal disclaimer:
This panel discussion recorded on 25th February 2020 and associated slides are for for general information purposes for members of the UK Screen Alliance and is not to be distributed more widely. It is not addressed to any specific parties and does not constitute advice (legal or otherwise) to any person. Employment status determinations for tax purposes can be complicated and multifaceted and the proposed changes to the IR35 Rules are not yet finalised or in force at the time of recording. UK Screen Alliance, panel participants (and their organisations) do not accept any ongoing responsibility for updating this recording in line with the latest legislation, regulations, guidance or case law after the date of its original issue. Viewers should be aware that the proposed changes to the IR35 rules discussed are currently in draft form and therefore subject to change before their date of implementation. Please note that panel participants (and their organisations) do not accept any liability in any circumstances to any other parties for any losses (including any tax liabilities) arising in relation to any actions, in-actions or determinations made. We recommend that anyone with any specific concerns or questions seek up to date advice in respect of their particular circumstances
