Temporary staff placements on the rise, says new report
You're in luck if you're a freelancer or umbrella contractor looking for work right now: a new survey found that temporary billings are on the rise right now.
Will there be more recruitment opportunities on the horizon?
Rumour has it that umbrella company workers may soon be able to benefit from an increase in recruitment opportunities quite soon indeed.
Cyber security is no laughing matter – even for contractors
You may think that only large firms and multinationals need to worry about things such as cyber security, but even contractors need to be aware of the dangers!
Not enough help for contractors in Budget, says REC
The Budget may have some positive things in it to look forward to, but one recruitment industry body says that more could have been done for contract workers.
Business confidence remains high despite economic retraction
While we seem to be all teetering on yet another economic retraction, believe it or not confidence in UK business remains at relatively high levels.
The interview process for IT workers is getting a bit absurd
The employment market in the UK isn't exactly at its best at the moment, but now anyone in the IT sector can look forward to almost absurdly lengthy interviews.
ONS says self-employed figures swell by 25,000
The last quarter of 2012 was a smashing one for those slipping into self-employment, with the Office for National Statistics stating figures rose by 25,000.
Online workers to benefit from new 27 town 4G rollout
This summer, it will be easier for many mobile workers thanks to a new 27 town and city technology rollout for 4G wireless technology.
Construction industry says good-by to red tape
Limited company contractors or umbrella company workers in the construction industry can kiss excessive red tape good-by thanks to a new government announcement.
Expert says hiring temporary staff a benefit to business
When it comes to hiring it's better to choose a temporary staff member in lieu of a permanent one, according to one economic and employment expert.
