Fred Hicks

Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Working at IPSE, the self-employment association, I lead the development and promotion of our policy campaigns. Our goal is to win a better deal for everyone who strikes out on their own, whether that's as a freelancer, contractor, sole trader, or anything else.

Please do message me with your thoughts on what you think government should be doing to help you thrive as a portfolio careerist, fractional professional or freelancer!

What I offer

'The IR35 Spotlight' survey

Nothing has done more to reshape the freelancing landscape than IR35. That’s why we’ve launched our IR35 Spotlight survey, to ensure your views are heard by those in power.

Take a few minutes to share your experience and be part of the freelance sector's biggest conversation. Closing soon!

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Experiences

The Courage Economy: A manifesto for the self-employed

Drafted IPSE's manifesto for the 2024 election, making the case for our next government to make the self-employed a policymaking priority and unlock the full potential of this dynamic part of our economy.

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