Contractors: the Treasury wants your opinion this autumn!
I never thought this day would come but it’s here: the Treasury wants the input of freelancers and umbrella company contractors ahead of the Autumn Statement.
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REC says skills shortage worsening in the UK
The talent gap int he UK is worsening, the Recruitment and Employment Confederation says, based on its newest research survey results.
House of Lords criticises Government’s PSC response
The House of Lords Select Committee has just issued some rather choice words on the Government’s recent personal service company consultation response.
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.
Infrastructure project increase benefits contractors
Infrastructure projects have exploded across the UK, and it’s most likely going to lead to a huge win for umbrella company contractors looking for more work.
Investment to bring continued growth to key markets
So it’s no surprise to hear that many of the industries that feature heavy contractor or freelancer activity are doing well – but things are set to get better.
Offshore oil and gas workforce grows by leaps and bounds
So here’s some pleasant news: it turns out that the offshore oil and gas sector is booming as evidenced by the sheer demand for skilled workers at the moment.
Will there be more recruitment opportunities on the horizon?
Rumour has it that umbrella company workers may soon be able to benefit from an increase in recruitment opportunities quite soon indeed.
New good practice charter being touted to umbrella companies
A new good practice charter for umbrella companies has been making the rounds recently in the hopes it will help protect workers’ relationships with clients.
Digital marketing contractors workers in high demand
New research has revealed that the amount of work for freelancers and contractors working in the digital marketing sector has increased significantly.
Creative types to soon have more copyright information
Working as a creative freelancer or contractor can pose difficulties when it comes to protecting your intellectual property, but all that could change soon.
Small firms doubt efficacy of Local Government Finance Act
The Local Government Finance Act is being touted as the next big thing, but smaller firms such as contractors and sole traders aren’t quite convinced of this.
Recruiter says marketing contractors to win big this year
A new report published by a major recruitment organisation says that the marketing industry is set to use freelancers and contractors in a big way this year.
EU proposes law that could help keep contractors safer
The European Union can be hit or miss when it comes to legislation, but a new proposed law to regulate safety in the oil and gas sector could aid contractors.
Umbrella company launches new salary calculator
Tarpon, who are renowned for their innovative and round-the-clock contractor support system, have introduced a new online salary calculator to provide prospective clients with an indicative take home pay illustration.
Online workers to benefit from new 27 town 4G rollout
This summer, it will be easier for many mobile workers thanks to a new 27 town and city technology rollout for 4G wireless technology.