Do the government’s new broadband plans go far enough?
Umbrella company contractors hampered by poor broadband connections could welcome recent government announcements.
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The latest news affecting umbrella companies in the UK. Featuring HMRC, the Agency Workers Directive, the 2003 Agency Regulations, and IR35.
Will contractors form mass pelotons of cyclists in London?
The increased cost of travelling to work will encourage more people to abandon trains and buses and get on their bikes next year, according to reed.co.uk. Train fares are set to rise by up to 13% in the new year.
Should umbrella company contractors put their faith in an ISA?
Although the government spending cuts may not have a direct impact on everybody, it’s worth bearing in mind the underlying message that the coalition is trying to get through.
2011 won’t be too bad for IT contractors
There is a mixture of cautious optimism and trepidation amongst freelancers as we start the countdown to 2011. We still have to see the full impact of the government’s CSR and a lot of umbrella company contractors are feeling anxious about their future prospects.
Make sure your contractor earnings are working for you!
Although many people in the UK say they are worried about the state of their own finances, 67% of them have not made any changes to their saving habits since the recession started two years ago.
Freelancers must plan ahead
Umbrella company contractors should start considering their retirement now. Recent research, carried out by Defaqto, shows that 44% of adults in the UK are not confident that they will be able to sustain a reasonable standard of living once they retire. That’s a rise from 38% last year.
More opportunities for umbrella company contractors!
Contractors will no doubt be pleased to learn that the job market is improving and there has been an increase in the number of vacancies being advertised.
Encouraging private sector growth becomes a priority
On Monday, George Osborne and Vince Cable announced a fundamental review of the steps all areas of Government are taking to promote the best conditions to encourage growth in the private sector.
Umbrella company contractors are essential
Following David Cameron’s ringing endorsement last week; a recent report has further highlighted the strength of the UK’s contracting sector.
Interim managers are vital for SMEs to flourish
Umbrella company freelance managers have a vital role to play in encouraging small business growth and profitability, according to Doug Baird, the MD of Interim Partners.
Increased competition on the cards for temporary contracts
Contractors could find they have to compete against more people in order to secure a role after Adrian Marlowe suggested that temporary work is becoming a more attractive option for jobseekers.
Everybody should be insured against future financial hardship
Freelancers and other self-employed people are being urged to invest in a financial safety net to protect their families in case they cannot work.
Umbrella company contractors must move quickly to get best savings deals
Umbrella company contractors need to move quickly if they want to get the best savings deals, according to moneysupermarket.com.
What does the future hold for contractors?
Freelancers will no doubt be relieved to learn that Work Wise UK thinks there will not be a large rise in unemployment next year.
Optimism aplenty for contractors in the IT sector
There has been plenty of good news recently for umbrella company IT contractors. Gartner, the industry analysts expect to see enterprise IT spending rebound next year after the last two years in decline.
Umbrella company locum doctors should be welcomed
The REC recently hit back at the way the Department of Health focuses on the money that is spent on locum staff instead of concentrating on the advantages they bring to the National Health Service.