The latest news affecting umbrella companies in the UK. Featuring HMRC, the Agency Workers Directive, the 2003 Agency Regulations, and IR35.
In news that shows just how queer the employment sector can be, a new report shows the most in-demand roles in the north-west of England as of late.
North-west has curious mix of contractors in demand » Read the full story
Turns out umbrella contractors are no different than traditional employees – a new survey found that steady wages are highly desired by temp workers.
Steady wages highly desired, new survey says » Read the full story
Despite everything, pay levels for umbrella contractors are actually up year on year, even if it seems impossible with the current market conditions.
Umbrella contractor pay levels up year on year » Read the full story
To hell with getting a pay raise – many Brits say they would rather just be able to work at home in peace and quiet, a new research study says.
Working from home worth a pay cut, contractors say » Read the full story
Want to become a more successful umbrella contractor? Maybe you should start running a few marathons!
Could marathon-running be good for contractors? » Read the full story
The contracting landscape has changed over the years, with freelancers and umbrella company contractors now needing to be more skilled than ever.
Contractors need to be higher skilled than ever » Read the full story
There’s a major election cycle upon us – and the Federation of Small Businesses is urging everyone to support small and medium-sized businesses.
FSB urges parties to support SMEs » Read the full story
With the EU referendum hanging in the balance, contractor vacancies have arranged flat in the UK with just a 1 per cent increase year on year.
Contractor vacancies remain flat in UK » Read the full story
When it comes to the number of traditional permanent employees working for SMEs in the UK, nearly 1 out of 4 wish they were self-employed.
24pc of SME employees want to be self-employed » Read the full story
Working as a freelancer or an umbrella contractor is becoming increasingly popular with both men and women – and the trend is set to continue.
Both men and women embracing self-employment » Read the full story
New reports from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) say that demand for freelancers and contractors in the UK is still high.
Contractor demand continues unabated » Read the full story
So here’s some good news: self-employed Brits like umbrella contractors and freelancers are finding it easier than ever to secure a mortgage.
Mortgage restrictions ease for umbrella contractors » Read the full story
A new research study conducted on behalf of NatWest found that a sizable proportion of Welsh would love to delve into freelancing or contract work.
Many Welsh want to be self-employed, new research says » Read the full story
New research from the FSB says that small firms need experienced individuals in leadership roles – a clarion call for self-employed management types.
SMEs need experienced management » Read the full story
A new study has found that women who adopt self-employment benefit greatly from working as a contractor or a freelancer.
Women benefit from contracting, study finds » Read the full story
Thanks to the perfect storm of a persistent skills shortage and a robust contractor community, consultancy has become a brilliant career choice.
Consultancy a booming career path in UK, research shows » Read the full story
