The latest news affecting umbrella companies in the UK. Featuring HMRC, the Agency Workers Directive, the 2003 Agency Regulations, and IR35.
Four months after the AWR were implemented there is still an area of uncertainty surrounding the position of limited company contractors.
Do limited company contractors fall under AWR? » Read the full story
The growing trend for mobile internet has led to an increase in opportunities for IT umbrella company contractors with experience in the telecoms sector, according to the giant group.
Growth in m-commerce good news for IT contractors » Read the full story
Contractors may be among those to benefit from additional opportunities as more businesses in the UK take to the cloud.
Are umbrella company contractors benefiting from the cloud? » Read the full story
IT umbrella company contractors were probably a bit disheartened when they read the latest Jobs Outlook from the REC.
Do IT contractors have cause for concern? » Read the full story
Contractors and freelancers may have been wondering where to turn for advice after the government funded Business Link advice network closed down.
StartUp Britain launches online calendar listing advice events » Read the full story
Some umbrella company contractors have been getting anxious in case HMRC uses the newly proposed GAAR to hound them.
Umbrella company contractors need not fear new GAAR » Read the full story
Freelancers who search online marketplaces for contracts may be interested to learn that Elance has just secured funding worth £10.3 million to aid its growth plans.
Freelancers could benefit from Elance’s expansion plans » Read the full story
Contractors might want to consider acquiring renewable energy skills after it was announced that 10,000 new direct jobs could be created in tidal and wave power by 2020.
Should contractors move into the renewables sector? » Read the full story
IT umbrella company contractors could be set to benefit from HP’s decision to share more contracting opportunities with smaller UK businesses.
Will IT umbrella company contractors find opportunities with HP? » Read the full story
Umbrella contractors working in HR and IT could see a growth in opportunities this year.
Are more opportunities on the cards for HR and IT contractors? » Read the full story
In case any umbrella company contractors have forgotten to file their income tax self-assessment form for the year ending April 2011, the deadline is tomorrow, January 31st!
HMRC to take pity on contractors affected by strike action » Read the full story
Umbrella company contractors are more likely to find opportunities with small businesses, according to the results of a recent survey.
SMEs have excellent opportunities for umbrella company contractors » Read the full story
A lot of contractors were probably waiting with bated breath to hear the latest news from the IR35 Forum. However, they were in for a disappointment when HMRC postponed the meeting scheduled for the 18th of January, saying there was more work to be done.
HMRC postpones January meeting of IR35 Forum » Read the full story
HSE Passport, the firm that offers umbrella companies advice with Health and Safety legislation, is urging recruiters to make sure contractors receive health and safety training before they start a contract.
Should all contractors hold an HSE Passport? » Read the full story
Contractors could benefit as more UK graduates decide to emigrate rather than put their degree to use in this country.
UK brain drain opens doors for umbrella company contractors » Read the full story
There was less demand for umbrella company contractors with IT skills last month than at any other time during 2011, according to the latest Report on Jobs from the REC.
Fewer opportunities for IT umbrella contractors last month » Read the full story
