Outlook for 2012 looks promising for umbrella company contractors
The latest JobsOutlook from the REC contained some seasonal cheer for umbrella company contractors.
Government confirms AWR review within 18 months
Umbrella company contractors were probably relieved to hear Vince Cable announce that the government intends to review the administrative effects of AWR within the next 18 months.
Will rising unemployment create more umbrella company contractors?
Last week’s unemployment figures made depressing reading for everybody, including umbrella company contractors.
Temporary placements boost recruiters’ turnover
According to latest data from the REC, the recruitment industry in the UK grew by 25% in the last 12 months and a lot of this growth can be attributed to the increase in demand for PAYE umbrella company contractors.
Is AWR good or bad news for UK’s umbrella company contractors?
Research by the Association of Recruitment Consultancies suggests that the contractor workforce in the UK may be about to suffer because of the implementation of AWR.
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.
Firms need tax breaks to encourage them to hire young people
Prospects aren’t looking too bad for contractors at the moment, but unfortunately the UK’s young people are still struggling to find employment.
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.
Umbrella company contractors should not suffer because of AWR
The Agency Workers Regulations should not prevent organisations using umbrella company contractors to build a flexible workforce, according to the REC.
Young umbrella contractors should get good qualifications
Young people, including those who intend to work as a contractor through an umbrella company, think they will get a better job if they persevere with their education and obtain good qualifications.
Recruiters must fully understand AWR requirements, says REC
Umbrella company contractors may be interested to learn that the government has confirmed that it has no plans to make any changes to the Agency Workers Directive that came into force on October 1st.
REC calls for NIC holiday for firms taking on young workers
Umbrella company contractors might be interested to hear the REC’s opinion on the latest unemployment statistics.
