FPB wants to Get Britain Trading in 2012
The eyes of the world will be on the UK this year and umbrella company contractors have a role to play in promoting the contribution small businesses make to the country’s economy.
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SMEs boost cash flow by dipping into owners’ personal wealth
New research suggests that the personal finances, and private lives, of a lot of small business owners are suffering because of the rising costs associated with running their own company.
UK umbrella company contractors unhappy with personal taxation
The Times newspaper recently asked readers to rank the UK against five key competitors for tax, business friendliness, infrastructure, skills and workforce.
Large corporations still appear reluctant to settle debts
London and the South East of England top the late payments league, according to the latest study from Bacs.
Umbrella company contractors face April shut down
Whilst employees throughout the UK will be rejoicing at the thought of two consecutive long weekends this month, businesses and umbrella companies need to plan early for the closures.
Late payment trends could affect umbrella companies
According to recent research by BACS, the payment of invoices to UK SMEs, including limited company contractors and umbrella companies, is being delayed by an average of more than 40 days longer than the original invoice date.