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Simon Moore

Simon writes impartial news and engaging features for the contractor industry, covering, IR35, the loan charge and general tax and legislation. He also edits and commissions viewpoint pieces and ‘how to’ guides from the industry’s leading experts.

He trained under NCTJ-approved journalism tutors before working in the newsrooms of leading consumer, local and national media titles.

He is the managing director of Moore News Ltd, whose clients include trade publications, digital start-ups and FTSE-listed recruiters.

Author Content

Accountant's top tips on how to ease the burden of your incoming tax obligations.

14th October, 2013 | Limited Companies

When IT contractors must put a figure on what they and their business are worth.

9th October, 2013 | Limited Companies

Expert reassures a new IT contractor not liking the sound of an employment contract.

4th October, 2013 | Umbrella Companies

How contractors can tackle sharing a business with the likes of Darren Upton.

11th September, 2013 | Limited Companies

Expert helps two IT contractors fearing a fall out over their back-up business.

10th September, 2013 | Successful Contracting

'Don't be afraid' and other recommendations to help get your client to pay on time.

27th August, 2013 | Successful Contracting

Clients who pull out usually can't duck part-payment if it's aside from the contracted rate.

 

21st August, 2013 | Successful Contracting

Exploit 'The Recency Effect' to get paid within five days, not 21.

15th August, 2013 | Successful Contracting

Legal tips for an IT contractor wanting to split a new business down the middle.

15th August, 2013 | Limited Companies

Income and capital gains tax treats on offer to a quartet of contractors eyeing Plan B.

14th August, 2013 | Limited Companies

The taxman's progress has been slow but his war against EBT users looks winnable.

7th August, 2013 | EBT

The lowdown on EBTs for a contractor hoping similar vehicles aren't on HMRC's radar.

2nd August, 2013 | EBT

The government must become more of a sheriff in a payroll market marauded by cowboys.

31st July, 2013 | Umbrella Companies

Expert tips for a contractor wanting a direct-to-client relationship.

25th July, 2013 | Successful Contracting

Tax expert helps a 'Ltd' contractor wanting to grant share options to his IT team.

23rd July, 2013 | Limited Companies

All you need to know about Individual Savings Accounts as a contract professional.

17th July, 2013 | Money

What attributes and skills the crème de la crème have in the eyes of 10 IT recruiters.

15th July, 2013 | Jobs Guides

Answers to the big questions IT contractors increasingly pose about interviews.

10th July, 2013 | Jobs Guides

BN66 campaign boss on the tactical fight against lethal Section 58(4).

4th July, 2013 | BN66

'An IR35-compliant contract doesn't guarantee that IR35 won't apply.' 

1st July, 2013 | Limited Companies