REC says February a mixed bag for contract workers
February was a bit of a mixed bag for contract workers, according to new data from the Recruitment & Employment Confederation's latest study.
Watch out for copycat websites, warns Government
If you're a freelancer or umbrella company contractor, the Government has a warning for you: be on the lookout for copycat websites.
HMRC raids construction contractors for record £122 million
Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs has positively plundered the construction contractor industry this year with a record £122 million in collected extra tax.
REC says next three months to bring high contractor demand
The Recruitment and Employment Confederation has happy news: it says that the next three months will bring heightened demand for contract workers in the UK.
Is the tide coming in on the self-employment trend?
Employment trends come and go with the tides sometimes, and the latest data indicates working as a contractor or freelancer has become highly in fashion.
New works in Scotland to drive contractor demand
There's an excellent chance that umbrella company contractors in Scotland are about to experience an renaissance in demand thanks to new works about to begin.
Contractors to see pay raise this year?
Freelancers and umbrella company contractors - alongside permanent employees - could see some incoming pay raises this year, according to new research.
Oil and gas sector could drive contractors overseas
If you fancy a holiday overseas and you're an oil and gas sector contractor, you might just get your wish - though not in the way you might particularly expect!
Temporary billings hit massive 15 year high in UK
The UK is undergoing a massive renaissance in the number of temporary billings right now, with figures being higher than they've been in 15 years.
Small firms face challenges; contractors may be able to help
Smaller-sized firms have faced serious challenges thanks to the volatile economic landscape, but contractors may be able to help these businesses recover.
Oil and gas sector set to explode with new licensing round
With the Government opening the 28th licensing round, the oil and gas sector is set to explode with activity - and that spells good news for contract workers.
REC says 2014 to be positive one for the self-employed
The next 12 months are shaping up to be filled with opportunity for positive growth for self-employed Brits says the Recruitment and Employment Confederation.
Technical and engineering skills sorely needed by businesses
When it comes to the skills most badly needed by British businesses right now, new research has revealed it's all about technology and engineering.
Skills shortage threatens to sideline British business
Well, it's official: according to the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, British businesses are increasingly afraid of the impact of the skills shortage.
Temporary staff to have a banner year in 2014?
New research says that temporary staff members such as freelancers and umbrella company contractors are poised to have some very smooth sailing in 2014.
Flexibility to be an asset to employers in coming years
In news that falls under the 'tell us something we don't already know' category, it's believed employers will see worker flexibility as an asset in the future.