Deliveroo Fight Back With Pay Per Delivery for Drivers
The takeaway delivery company Deliveroo have been in the news a lot recently, mostly being accused of hiring employees under the guise of “contractors.”
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Freelance Friendly Parties? The General Election Explained
It’s only 2 days until the UK General Election, and from what I’m hearing many freelancers and contractors are still undecided about who to vote for.
New Figures Suggest 176,000 Self Employed People in Wales
Wales is quickly becoming the UK hub of self employment, with 176,000 now working for themselves. That is 32% of new jobs in the country.
Over 15% of Workers in Harlow are Self Employed
According to a new survey, one in six workers from the town of Harlow in Essex are classed as self employed, with many of those classed as contractors.
27% Leave School With No Career Advice According to Study
Just over a quarter of Brits leave Secondary school without any kind of career advice…that is according to a new study of over 2000 adults.
Bank of Ireland to Introduce Mortgages for Contractors
I’ve said it before and I will say it again…getting a mortgage if you are a contractor is tough. Most people who apply are declined, that is the reality.
UK Population “Optimistic” About Entrepreneurship
In a recent study it was revealed that people in the UK were more optimistic about working for themselves, compared to other European countries.
40% of Brits will Never Retire According to Survey
In a brand new survey by experts, it was found that 40% of British people in the workforce believed they will never get to retire.
Research Shows Self Employed Work 10 Hours Less
If you thought working for an employer was the best option then it’s time to reconsider, as new research shows self employed people work 10 hours less a week.
Theresa May Advisor Criticises the Gig Economy
We all know the gig economy is becoming popular among contractors. However, a key advisor to the prime minister doesn’t like it at all.
Minimum of £67,000 Would get Contractors to Quit
What would it get you to quit the contracting lifestyle and back into employment? A new survey found that an offer of at least £67,000 a year would do it.
Umbrella Contractors Lose £5000 a Year
According to the IPSE, umbrella contractors in the UK are losing 5 thousand pounds a year because of unpaid work.
Ed Vaizey – “Minimum Wage for Gig Workers”
Tory minister Ed Vaizey has gone on record saying that freelance workers in the so called “gig economy” should be on minimum wage.
SMEs need experienced management
New research from the FSB says that small firms need experienced individuals in leadership roles – a clarion call for self-employed management types.
ONS reveals new, mind-blowing employment research findings
Hold on to your hats, ladies and gents: according to the Office for National Statistics has found that more than four million Brits work from their homes.
Is UK pay equality a problem that needs addressing?
Whether you’re a permanent employee or a contract worker, you likely think you should be paid more – and the truth may be you’re not getting paid enough indeed.