Research, not advice.
Last updated: May 2026
This is not professional advice
Nothing on this website constitutes legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. The site is a research project aimed at understanding the lived experience of UK sole traders. Any information or opinion expressed here is the personal view of one developer — not a qualified solicitor, accountant, or regulated financial adviser.
Tax and HMRC matters
If you have questions about Self Assessment, VAT, National Insurance, allowable expenses, or any other tax matter as a sole trader, please consult HMRC directly at gov.uk/hmrc or speak to a qualified accountant. HMRC’s guidance is free and authoritative. This site is not a substitute for it.
Legal matters
If you need legal advice — on contracts, intellectual property, employment, or anything else — please consult a qualified solicitor. The Law Society’s ‘Find a Solicitor’ tool at solicitors.lawsociety.org.uk is a good starting point.
No liability for decisions
I accept no responsibility for any action you take or do not take based on anything you read on this site. The research findings, when published, will reflect patterns in survey responses — they are not recommendations. Always take independent professional advice before making business decisions.
Contact
If something on this site has caused genuine concern, email [PLACEHOLDER: contact email] and I will look at it.