We grabbed our popcorn and pulled up a comfy seat, but today's budget announcement felt more like a party-political broadcast than a fiscal statement! And as we predicted in January (unless we missed it) a big fat ZERO on IR35.

VAT Victory: From 85k to 90k

First up, the VAT threshold lifting from 85k to 90k - music to the ears of any admin-shy Limited Company Contractors. Less paperwork, more time for the good stuff!

Tax Tango: 2p National Insurance Cut (again!)

And let's not forget the latest 2p National Insurance cut - a victory dance moment for over 100,000 Brolly Contractors caught by IR35 and paying double pay NI

NHS Tech Bonanza: £3.4bn for Digital Overhaul

Now, onto the main event: £3.4bn earmarked for a new NHS IT system. Cue the confetti for Developers, Testers, Business Analysts, and Project Managers - especially those with a penchant for the NHS sector. Get ready to dive into a bonanza of opportunities.

Cheers to Frozen Taxes: Alcohol Duty on Ice Until 2025

A freeze on Alcohol Duty until 2025, because let's face it, sometimes you need a little extra something to toast those successful projects.

Village Hall revival: £5m for Community Comedy Relief

And last but certainly not least, the real showstopper: £5m allocated for renovating your local village hall. Because it couldn’t be a budget without at least one good gag.