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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an issue with a reimbursement and Jessica handled it brilliantly from start to finish. She kept me informed throughout, followed up proactively, and made sure everything was resolved without a... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

IPSE is a valuable source of information and essential for anyone involved in freelancing or thinking about going it alone. The organisation not only provides valuable knowledge but is also a powerf... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What Every Professional Should Know About AI webinar - For someone starting to learn about AI this IPSE Webinar was excellent. Gave me plenty to think about how I might introduce it into my consultin... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Emailed to cancel renewal on the renewal date, but they had taken payment a week earlier. Still haven’t had a reply. Turns out i had responded to an unmonitored email, Richard responded and sorted... See more

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  1. Non-Profit Organization
  2. Business Insurance Company
  3. Business Networking Company
  4. Business to Business Service
  5. Career and Education Provider
  6. Professional and Hobby Associations

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At IPSE (The Self-Employment Association), our vision is a future where self-employment is recognised as a cornerstone of the economy; where fair treatment and essential support are accessible to all.  Self-employment offers enormous rewards - flexibility, independence, and success on your own terms. But running your own business brings unique challenges, and there are gaps in the support available to the self-employed. IPSE exists to fill in those gaps. From essential resources to expert advice, we’ll help you create your path to success.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

75 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The AI webinar was excellent

The AI webinar was excellent, really informative, and really clear in where it can be used to enhance your work and where some of the risks are.

February 4, 2026
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Reply from IPSE

Thank you for attending and for your kind feedback. We’re really pleased to hear you found the webinar clear and informative, and that it helped highlight both the opportunities and risks around AI.

Louis
Community Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great Webinar on AI

A great Webinar on AI that was really useful and helped understanding of the potential benefits and enormous risks that can be involved. Many thanks

February 4, 2026
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Reply from IPSE

Thank you for your kind feedback, John. We’re really pleased to hear you found the webinar useful and that it helped highlight both the opportunities and risks around AI. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts.

Louis
Community Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Realising I don't know much about AI and need to get learning!

What Every Professional Should Know About AI webinar - For someone starting to learn about AI this IPSE Webinar was excellent. Gave me plenty to think about how I might introduce it into my consulting day to make myself more productive. I really liked Heather Baker's presentation of the subject.

February 4, 2026
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Reply from IPSE

Thank you for your feedback. It’s great to hear the session helped build clarity and gave you practical ideas for using AI in your consulting work. We’re glad you enjoyed Heather Baker’s presentation and found it a helpful starting point for learning more.

Louis
Community Manager

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

IPSE are very helpful and provide a…

IPSE are very helpful and provide a good source of benefits to us independent professionals. I've found their webinars helpful.

February 3, 2026
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Reply from IPSE

Hi Mike! We're really pleased to hear that you've been finding your membership useful and enjoyed some of our webinars too. We're always here if there's ever anything else you need!
All the best, Kristina

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The webinars they offer are especially…

The webinars they offer are especially helpful resources.

January 26, 2026
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Reply from IPSE

Hi Shawn, that's great to hear that you've been enjoying our webinars. We're always here if there's anything you need!
All the best, Kristina

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Useful resources in particular the…

Useful resources in particular the various webinars they run.

January 20, 2026
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Reply from IPSE

Hi E Murphy! That's great to hear you've found our resources and webinars useful. If ever you need anything do just get in touch!
All the best, Kristina

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not sure what has happened to IPSE…

Not sure what has happened to IPSE recently, but the organisation feels like a different place to the one that has been useful for me in the past. Expertise and knowledge seems to have gone, events are nowhere near as educational or organised as before. Bring back the old IPSE!

December 9, 2025
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Reply from IPSE

We’re sorry to hear that you feel this way and would welcome the opportunity to discuss your concerns in more detail. Our core membership benefits remain largely unchanged, however, if a refresher would be helpful, we would be more than happy to go through these with you.

Our events, advice, and resources are continually evolving, and we’re always keen to improve. If there’s anything specific you feel is missing or would like to see offered in the future, we’d really value your feedback and suggestions.

Please feel free to contact us directly at membership@ipse.co.uk.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an issue with a reimbursement although I'm still with IPSE!

I had an issue with a reimbursement and Jessica handled it brilliantly from start to finish. She kept me informed throughout, followed up proactively, and made sure everything was resolved without any stress on my part.

It’s rare to come across someone so thorough and genuinely committed to helping — her professionalism and attention to detail really stood out. IPSE is lucky to have her!

October 22, 2025
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Reply from IPSE

Thank you for leaving this review, Francis! We greatly appreciate feedback from our members and are glad to hear that you had a positive outcome and a good member experience with Jess on our team!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Invaluable community, resources and support

I am continuously impressed with IPSE.

The webinars alone justify the membership fee. I was particularly impressed by the recent webinars with Chase de Vere about financial planning for retirement. Packed full of information without being overwhelming, it was a great opportunity to plan for this important part of my future whilst feeling well-supported.

Every resource I've looked at has been well researched and relevant, and packed full of useful, actionable stuff. I cannot recommend it enough for those who are self-employed. IPSE is community, resources and support, which is invaluable!

May 21, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Essential support for the self-employed

I've partnered with IPSE for several years and continue to be impressed by their professionalism and the comprehensive support they offer to the self-employed—whether freelancers, contractors, or small business owners. IPSE is an invaluable resource, providing extensive training and numerous opportunities for support. Working independently can be challenging, as you're often left to navigate everything alone. Being a member of IPSE means you don't have to figure it all out by yourself. The benefits and support they offer make a significant difference!

January 5, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

National Freelancers' Day

The breadth and depth of the speakers on National Freelancers' Day was very impressive. I learned a lot.

June 20, 2024
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Reply from IPSE

Hi Ralph,

Thank you so much for your positive feedback! It's great to see that so many people enjoyed our events and we hope to see you again next year.

All the best,

Membership team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

IPSE is such a fantastic organisation…

IPSE is such a fantastic organisation for the self-employed. The outreach work they do and the education they provide are absolutely fantastic. It's lonely out there as a self-employed person, and IPSE provides a space for community as well as advocacy in all the right places. I highly recommend it!

March 25, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The speakers presented in a very confident manner

The speakers presented in a very confident manner.
IPSE do liaise with leaders in the fields of insurance and current legislation - much needed for 5he freelancer of today
"Freelancers and the self-employed are the very lifeblood of the economy" - Rt.Hon David Cameron

March 14, 2024
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