Latest Contractor News
Keep up to date with all the latest contractor news. We have written everything in plain English, so there’s no need to go to the overly complex HMRC website to learn about any tax and accountancy related updates.
Contractor pay on the rise despite uncertainty
The latest Recruitment and Employment Confederation’s Report on Jobs has revealed a mixed bag for both contractors and permanent workers.
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Job growth remains strong in the Midlands
Professional job availability is booming across the Midlands, with Birmingham, Nottingham and Leicester creating plenty of opportunities.
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LinkedIn continues to roll out its pop-up pub
After launching a successful pop-up experience in London earlier in the year, the LinkedIn pub is doing the rounds again.
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Contractors blame government for drop in earnings
Many self-employed workers are blaming the government’s fiscal policy for the reason behind a drop in earnings.
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IPSE concerned by IR35 research
With the IR35 consultation closing at the end of May, research covering the legislation has revealed worrying results.
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Female contractors driving the UK’s self-employed revolution
The significant rise in highly-skilled female contractors over the last decade has taken the number of senior-level women contracting in the UK to 863,000.
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UK has high ‘always-on work’ culture
As many as 72.4% of Brits reply to work-related emails or make work-related calls during their free time.
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IPSE joins mortgage firm to help self-employed
Although it isn’t impossible, many self-employed workers can find it more difficult to obtain a mortgage.
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