Can’t Pay? HMRC Will Take It Away
"We are here to collect payment or remove goods. Your choice." said the bailiff.
7% Of Self Employed Are “Slashies”
“I am a slashie,” said the self employed woman. “I am self employed chef – slash – blogger – slash – dog walker,” she went on to add.
MPs Attack the BBC Over Freelance Mess
If you are a regular reader of the UC Blog then you will be well aware of the BBC freelance saga. We talk about it all the time.
You Make £57,546…But Guess What?
You are self employed and you are raking in the cash...to the tune of £57,546 a year. “Life is good,” you say.
Demand for Self Employed Electricians is Strong
It was feared self employed electricians were hitting a slump. Pay was down in January, and February was not looking bright.
Fight For Your Right, To be SE and Pregnant
You got to fight, for your right...to be self employed and pregnant and still get paid. That is the message from Loose Women presenter Stacy Solomon.
670,000 Self Employed Feel “Discriminated Against”
If you are self employed and struggling to get a mortgage then you are not alone. In fact, there are 670,000 of you who feel “discriminated against.”
1 Meal A Day Keeps The MIF Away?
You've heard us talk about MIF on the UC blog before. Stay away from MIF we told everyone. MIF is no good, we went on to add.
Late Payment in Scotland…No More?
Umbrellas are very popular in Scotland. “It rains a lot.” Umbrella Companies are not so popular, but we do have a small but loyal following.
Aged Between 25 to 40? You Won’t Retire Until…
If you are self employed and aged between 25 and 40, then get ready for a shock, because you might be working for longer than you think.
Do This, And Don’t Do This…In The UAE
The Umbrella Companies website is truly international. Every day we get visitors from all over the world.
Only 1 in 10 Qualify For The HMRC VIP Line
There is a new HMRC VIP line reserved for the rich and famous. If you qualify, then you jump the queue and get right through.
