The government: killing the NHS (not so) softly?
New rules came into force on Sept 1st governing the manner in which NHS Trusts can outsource nursing staff, midwives and health visitors. Ouch!
British contractors have become the low-cost option
Hold on to your hats, contract workers: new research has shown that it costs less to hire a Brit than many other European workers.
Oil and gas sector could drive contractors overseas
If you fancy a holiday overseas and you're an oil and gas sector contractor, you might just get your wish - though not in the way you might particularly expect!
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.
Are companies turning their backs on outsourcing?
Contractors may be interested to learn that companies are increasingly turning their backs on outsourcing and keeping the work in the UK instead.
Have IT contractors noticed a skills shortage?
Outsourcing IT functions abroad is contributing to a skills shortage at home, according to a recent survey by Computer Weekly.
Will the Leeds outsource to umbrella company contractors?
Umbrella company contractors who work in administrative roles could benefit from the decision of one of the UK’s leading building societies.
Supply chain costs could increase thanks to the AWR
Flex Plus recruitment consultancy has warned that the Agency Workers Regulations could drive up supply chain costs.
Will we see call centres moving back to the UK this year?
IT contractors will no doubt be interested to learn some of the predictions that have been made for the industry in 2011.
IT contractors could benefit if SMEs outsource
Advice website Smarta.com has predicted that small businesses could increasingly outsource some of their workloads this year and this could benefit umbrella company contractors.
Will public sector payroll changes benefit umbrella company contractors?
Umbrella company contractors and those working through their own limited companies could be pleased to learn that Francis Maude, the Cabinet Office Minister, has abolished a two-tier arrangement that governed public sector payroll outsourcing.
IT outsourcing continues to rise despite the economic crisis
Despite the economic downturn, IT outsourcing has increased, according to a study by Computer Economics. Since the recession started, companies have increased the amount they spend on outsourcing services.
