Women turn to contracting in major way
Move over, lads - freelancing and contract work isn't the boys' club it used to be, based on new research figures revealed recently.
Digital skills shortage could hamstring some UK firms
The contribution of IT contractors to the UK economy simply can't be undersold, especially in light of the skills shortage gripping the country.
Government to support umbrella contractors with new schemes?
So you're probably still reeling from the 'help' the Government tried to provide with its older, more useless schemes, but there's more aid on the horizon.
August logs in as heavyweight month for contractors
Last month was positively brilliant for freelancers and umbrella contractors, according to one trade industry body's most recent marketplace report.
Construction sector driving massive demand for contractors
While things are looking good all over for many UK industries, the construction sector in particular is really driving demand for contract workers right now.
Brits cite dissatisfaction as impetus for contract careers
A new study has revealed that one of the primary motivating factors for Brits starting careers as contractors is dissatisfaction with their current job.
E-commerce grows leaps and bounds, attracts contractors
The Next Big Thing when it comes to demand for contractors is here: the e-commerce sector is growing like mad and is in need of qualified professionals.
3 in 10 large firm job opportunities for contractors?
Well here's a nice little bit of new research: around 30 per cent of new billings from large firms could end up going to contractors over permanent workers!
Finance firms facing skills shortage, contractors to benefit
In a world where a given industry has trouble fulfilling its permanent staffing needs, contractors stand to reap the rewards in a major way.
Contracting isn’t just for young folks, you know
While most people think of contractors as members of the younger set, it doesn't necessarily have to be that way - and it actually may not be!
Survey: umbrella companies play key role in labour markets
Tell us something we don't already know: a new survey from an industry body says that umbrella companies and other interim service providers run the economy.
Younger Brits to flock to self-employment?
Hold on to your hats - the nation's army of self-employed workers may soon have its ranks swell with younger Brits, according to one recent research study.
