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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

'Not difficult to shorten or change accounting periods, but some restrictions apply.'

24th April, 2012 | Limited Companies

Tax tips for a contractor hoping to put Plan B in his limited company's name.

20th April, 2012 | Successful Contracting

'Switching to a service address won’t automatically keep creditors off your front lawn.'

19th April, 2012 | Limited Companies

Incurred or to be incurred? That is the question which robbed a bank of its losses.

13th April, 2012 | Guide to Contracts

Despite how it sounds, a 'one-size-fits-all' test doesn’t sit well with simplification - Accountax.

11th April, 2012 | IR35

Some contractor businesses may be sitting on a valuable break for R&D.

5th April, 2012 | Successful Contracting

No good relying on the Companies Act to tell you how to do your bit, legally.

29th March, 2012 | Limited Companies

From skis and sexy PJs, to biscuits and a boat - contractors have tried to claim for all sorts.

29th March, 2012 | Umbrella Companies

A tycoon's tax-saving plan isn't a shoo-in for contractor companies looking to wind-up.

21st March, 2012 | Limited Companies

Even lawful ‘bullying’ tactics can render your contract unenforceable – IT lawyer.

16th March, 2012 | Guide to Contracts

How contractors can respond to a regular client who starts paying irregularly, or not at all.

15th March, 2012 | Money

Salary setting, last-minute dividend drawing and other tax year-end considerations. 

13th March, 2012 | Limited Companies

Clock is ticking for the self-employed to legally and ethically save tax.

12th March, 2012 | Money

Umbrella company contractors are covered for kit, assuming it’s essential.

9th March, 2012 | Expenses

Dodging banana skins is more critical when your business and the economy are getting back on its feet.

8th March, 2012 | Limited Companies

Act today or join the thousands of homeowners facing steeper repayments tomorrow.

7th March, 2012 | Money

How reform in Brussels could ease the accounting burden on contractors in the UK.

6th March, 2012 | Limited Companies

Your options; if end-users tighten up to stop a 'tidal wave' of their clients defecting to you.

2nd March, 2012 | Guide to Contracts

IFA: High earning contractors should act now to soften a potential blow on March 21st.

29th February, 2012 | Money

Despite the outcry, contracting via a PSC is justified - it's up to Osborne to realise it.

29th February, 2012 | IR35