Autumn budget what does it mean for the self employed and flexible workforce 463764652235
Published: 29-Oct-26
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Autumn Budget: what does it mean for the self-employed and flexible workforce
Chancellor John Healey’s first Autumn Budget brought a mixed bag for the UK’s self-employed workforce.
Whether it’s measures that genuinely support independent workers or changes that highlight the importance of compliance, there’s plenty to get to grips with.
We explore the key announcements, what they mean for freelancers, contractors and the wider flexible workforce, and when they’re set to take effect.
Changes to Self-Assessment payments
One of the most significant announcements for self-employed workers concerns how and when they pay tax.