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.
Centrica invests in oil and gas sector, contractors benefit
Freelancers and umbrella company contractors working in the oil and gas sector are set to reap the rewards of renewed investment by a major industry player.
2013 to be banner year for interim workers?
According to new market research, 2013 could be the year that interim workers such as freelancers and umbrella company contractors experience fantastic growth.
ONS says self-employed figures swell by 25,000
The last quarter of 2012 was a smashing one for those slipping into self-employment, with the Office for National Statistics stating figures rose by 25,000.
Welsh government offering more than £30m in new funding
Look alive, you magical people living and working in Cymru: more than £30 million in business funding is going to be handed out by the Welsh government.
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.
Demand for skilled IT contractors to rise this year
Highly skilled and qualified IT freelancers and umbrella company contractors will be in high demand this year, according to new industry predictions.
NHS should encourage interim working, REC says
The government should take steps to encourage the NHS to utilise interim workers such as freelancers and umbrella company contractors to fix staffing problems.
Last month saw South of England lead charge in new roles
The Recruitment and Employment Confederation says that last month saw one of the biggest increase in temporary billings last month in the South of England.
Overworked employees may lead SMEs to use more contractors
The number of freelancers and umbrella company contractors being employed by small businesses may be set to increase, based on newly released research findings.
Experts say ensure you have a solid online presence
It's important to have a solid online presence if you are a freelancer or a contractor working in the UK, according to industry experts.
IT workers could be in higher demand this coming year
The financial services sector in the UK could be a major source of demand for information technology freelancers and umbrella service company workers in 2013.
