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At present, “freelancer” is an umbrella term covering a wide range of working arrangements. Some freelancers are sole traders or self-employed individuals. Others operate through limited companies or umbrella organisations. Some are hired on a project basis, while others have ongoing engagements. A number may fall within the legal definition of a worker for the purposes of employment rights, but many do not. In the creative industries in particular, this definitional ambiguity is especially acute. Hybrid roles are common and career trajectories do not align with conventional employment models. The result is a fragmented and inconsistent policy landscape.