Posted By jason telford The question is i wish to start some freelance work in the north east of england i have my insurance sorted out ( just need to find some customers) but have been told i have to register with the HSE form OSR1 please could someone let me know if this is this true ps anyone need a consultant in the north east

Posted By HissingSid Jason Paul is right. This form dates back to the Office Shops and Railway Premises Act 1963 and is to enable local authorities/HSE to get to know where new premises spring up. It exempts; persons who are self-employed, or if you only employ close relatives, or if the total hours worked is less than 21 hours. If you are just working for yourslf - which at this stage, I assume is the case - then forget it. Also, an additional tip. Untill you turn over £55K per annum you do not need to register for VAT either. Though some clients will only employ persons who are. And, as I don't trade in the North East, good luck with the client hunting. HS