Contractors to benefit from new standard IT certification
It's rare that an idea that has its inception in the eurozone actually affects the UK in a positive manner, but it looks like there's an exception to the rule.
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.
Construction sector reporting initial improvements
The construction sector - an industry that supports many umbrella company contractors - has recently said that some signs of initial improvement have emerged.
Lack of skilled workers to place EU green energy in jeopardy
EU green energy initiatives are likely to begin suffering in the face of a shortage of skilled contractors and permanent workers to employ, experts warn.
Job opportunities up even as economists fear a double dip
While most economists are fighting off fears of the dreaded double dip recession, employment experts are happy to announce that job opportunities are up.
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.
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.
IT contractors reap reward of higher pay this year
It's been a good year for IT contractors, freelancers, and umbrella service workers, as the information technology sector has seen major pay gains in 2012.
IT contractors have something to celebrate this season
It's a happy season indeed for IT contractors and other umbrella company workers in the information technology field, according to a new report from Adzuna.
Global Energy Group unveils new employment plans
Good news for those umbrella company workers who live across the border, as Global Energy Group announced new plans to hire an additional 400 staff in 2013.
Government may invest in new tech to drive recovery
Freelance workers and umbrella company contractors are set to benefit from the government's new plans to drive economic recovery by investing in new technology.
