Originally posted by WordIsBond
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Even if part of a large project or programme there is no obligation to remain on contract for that length unless you have agreed to it in contract. There are many reasons why a contractor would not remain to the end of a multi year project even if at the start they considered it a possibility.
For expenses HMRC will only look at the agreed contract if they investigate, they won't be asking the client for related project documents and gantt charts unless it's part of a much wider investigation of some sort that defies normal logic.
If the client wanted the contractor for the length of the project they would make that clear at the start and offer a contract for the anticipated length of the project. No downside to the client as they're only committed to the notice period and even then aren't committed to paying out for notice period not worked, unless they've agreed to it in the contract terms.
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