Are conmen giving contractors a bad name?
Umbrella company contractors might find themselves under more scrutiny after it was revealed that some recruiters have been targeted by conmen.
Signs that AWR might be affecting the temporary jobs market
The latest Report on jobs from the REC/KPMG suggests that AWR might after all be having an affect on temporary recruitment. If that were to be true, it could be a matter of concern for umbrella company contractors.
Confidence among employers reaches 12-month high
The March edition of the REC’s JobsOutlook report showed that employer confidence in February increased to its highest level in 12 months. It also held good news for both temporary and permanent job candidates.
IT skills in short supply – could be good news for umbrella company contractors!
IT contractors may be interested to learn which skills are currently in short supply in the IT sector.
Will new employment minister reduce red tape for recruiters?
Umbrella company contractors may not be aware that the UK now has a new employment relations minister. Norman Lamb has taken over from Edward Davey and part of his remit is to look into ways to reduce the amount of red tape facing recruiters.
Do limited company contractors fall under AWR?
Four months after the AWR were implemented there is still an area of uncertainty surrounding the position of limited company contractors.
Do IT contractors have cause for concern?
IT umbrella company contractors were probably a bit disheartened when they read the latest Jobs Outlook from the REC.
Fewer opportunities for IT umbrella contractors last month
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.
Youth contract scheme could help umbrella companies
The REC is keen to encourage the government to take action to help Britain’s unemployed youngsters, some of whom might become umbrella company contractors, obtain meaningful employment.
REC to provide support for umbrella company contractors
Umbrella company contractors could find themselves getting more support from the REC this year as the Confederation recognises that 2012 is going to be extremely important for the UK’s flexible workers.
What does 2012 have in store for contractors?
Umbrella company contractors might be interested to learn what the REC thinks lies ahead of us as we enter into the New Year.
REC to step up its promotion of flexible working in 2012
PAYE umbrella company contractors may find more opportunities in the public sector in 2012 after the REC launches a new Commission.
