Accountants release iPhone Apps for contractors
Umbrella company contractors might be interested to learn that SJD Accountancy has recently launched two new iPhone apps.
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StartUp Britain launches online calendar listing advice events
Contractors and freelancers may have been wondering where to turn for advice after the government funded Business Link advice network closed down.
Umbrella company contractors need not fear new GAAR
Some umbrella company contractors have been getting anxious in case HMRC uses the newly proposed GAAR to hound them.
Freelancers could benefit from Elance’s expansion plans
Freelancers who search online marketplaces for contracts may be interested to learn that Elance has just secured funding worth £10.3 million to aid its growth plans.
Will IT umbrella company contractors find opportunities with HP?
IT umbrella company contractors could be set to benefit from HP’s decision to share more contracting opportunities with smaller UK businesses.
Should all contractors hold an HSE Passport?
HSE Passport, the firm that offers umbrella companies advice with Health and Safety legislation, is urging recruiters to make sure contractors receive health and safety training before they start a contract.
Will PAYE contractors be drilling for oil in Yorkshire?
Umbrella contractors working in the oil industry could benefit from the decision to let Rathlin Energy drill for oil in Yorkshire.
Public sector regains confidence in IT contractors
Umbrella contractors working in the public sector have had a roller coaster year so far and they will probably be relieved to learn that demand for IT contractors in the sector rose sharply in September.
Are SMEs relying more and more on umbrella company contractors?
A new survey by international office space supplier, Regus, suggests that the UK’s SMEs are turning to contractors to help them through the uncertain economic times.
Has AWR made it harder for contractors to get a mortgage?
It has been suggested that the implementation of the Agency Workers Regulations will make it harder for umbrella company contractors to secure a mortgage.
East of England is the most positive when it comes to hiring
Those of us looking for work might be interested to read the results of the latest Outlook Survey from Manpower. The survey asks employers about their hiring intentions for the coming quarter.
UK is leading European user of online contractors
Contractors may be interested to learn that the UK hires more online freelancers than any other European country.
Opportunities abound for mid-level IT contractors
Suitably qualified IT umbrella contractors might benefit from the lack of applicants for mid-level permanent vacancies in the UK’s IT departments.
Marked increase in opportunities for IT contractors
According to jobadswatch.co.uk, the third quarter of 2011 saw an increase in the number of opportunities for IT umbrella company contractors.
Freelancers help employers survive in the turbulent economy
Employers are increasingly turning to the flexible workforce, including freelancers, to help them survive during the current turbulent economic climate.
Will Regional Growth Fund cash injection help contractors?
Limited company contractors could be set to benefit after the government announced it was to inject £950 million into the Regional Growth Fund.