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London Congestion Charge – all you need to know about driving in Central London

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What is the Congestion Charge? The Congestion Charge is an £11.50 daily charge for driving in Central London on weekdays during daytime hours (07:00 to 18:00), aimed to reduce traffic congestion in and around the charging zone. UPDATE Starting from June 22, TfL will increase the daily charge to £15 and extend…

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The most important COVID-19 resources for on-demand drivers

The most important COVID-19 resources for on-demand drivers

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The global effort to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus has forced businesses and individuals alike to rethink the way they operate and adjust their lifestyle to the lockdown. This hasn’t been easy for any of us, but aside from the difficulties, it’s also shown just how adaptable we…

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Driving safely during Ramadan

Driving safely during Ramadan

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Ramadan is a special month that many Muslims around the world look forward to. It also means a different daily schedule to the rest of the year. Early morning Suhur meal to start the day at one end and voluntary night prayers at the other. We know many of you…

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How to get self employment support as an uber driver

How to get government support as an on-demand driver

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Self-employed workers, including on-demand drivers like yourself, are particularly hard-hit by the coronavirus outbreak’s economic impact. The government will soon introduce a self-employed support scheme – a grant you can use if you’ve lost income due to the epidemic as a self-employed worker or as a member of a partnership.…

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Top-up opportunities – use your car for food delivery and parcel delivery

Top-up opportunities – use your car for more than just ridesharing

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We enable you to make money by driving. And not just ridesharing. There’s a world of other opportunities out there and if you think outside the box, driving is as versatile as you make it. As far as on-demand gigs go, you can do so much more with your car…

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Staying safe as a rideshare driver during the coronavirus outbreak

Staying safe as a rideshare driver during the coronavirus outbreak

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The COVID-19 coronavirus epidemic has become the central topic and a major preoccupation of the media and the public. The outbreak has created uncertainty for individuals, families, as well as businesses and self-employed workers like yourself. We want to assure you that Splend is not just here to give you…

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Self Assessment tips for drivers

Turn your meter on and be tax savvy: file early in 2020

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You might think it’s unusual that, almost immediately after the Budget and with the current tax year almost over, we’re recommending that you submit your tax return. However, the facts speak for themselves – filing your Self Assessment just short of the deadline is a dangerous game. HMRC is under…

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A three-step guide to renting a car for Uber

A three-step guide to renting a PCO car for Uber

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Ridesharing is a good way to earn an income regardless if you have a car or not. Most people believe it’s only for car owners, but you’d be surprised how many drivers have decided to simply rent PCO car for Uber. Pros and rookies alike are starting to see the…

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Tax returns guide and calculator for self-employed drivers

How to do your tax returns on rideshare earnings – The self-employed driver’s guide

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Dealing with self-employment taxes as an on-demand driver can be quite a chore. We’re here to help you set up your business and offer guidance down the road. As an on-demand driver, you’re running a small business, so you need to accurately report your income and submit evidence of fuel…

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Driving tips for the Holi festival of colours

Happy Holi – Driving tips for the most colourful day of the year

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Holi is celebrated throughout the world by the Hindu community – it’s the festival of colours that signifies the arrival of spring in the northern hemisphere, and marks a fresh start to life, the time to let go of negative thoughts of the past. The most spectacular and best-known ritual…

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