UK Freelancers Face Rising Tax Pressure
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UK freelancers and self-employed workers are paying more than ever, with tax thresholds frozen until April 2028.
6.3M higher-rate taxpayers this year (up 43% since 2021/22)
1.13M paying additional-rate tax (up 117%)
£17.8B expected in dividend tax
Personal finance expert Sarah Coles warns the burden will keep growing—but legal strategies exist to retain more of your income.
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Freelancers in the UK are under growing tax scrutiny, highlighting the need for proactive planning.
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Higher tax rates could push skilled workers toward remote and international opportunities.