August 2024

Hiring managers remain undecided as to whether the Labour government’s proposal to ban zero-hours contracts is a good thing for business, the economy and workers. That’s because every business and worker have a unique situation and salary…

The latest umbrella company fraud case in the UK serves as a stark reminder for contractors to exercise greater diligence when selecting an umbrella company. In this report, we detail the latest case and outline essential questions…

The choice between operating as a sole trader or setting up a limited company can have significant implications for freelancers and startup founders. One key factor driving many freelancers towards the latter is the enhanced protection it…

83-year-old entrepreneur Martha Stewart says she owes much of her success to the talent of freelancers who have helped her build her business and focus on core objectives. Could you imagine rebuilding your business after six months in…

A recent development is a reminder to freelance videographers to ensure they have permission to film Spain, renowned for its sun-soaked beaches, vibrant culture, and apparently, its stringent environmental protection laws, is taking a…

Based on the report "Rail union make wild holiday demand after Labour caved on pay deal" (msn.com), the RMT union is escalating its demands following Labour's acceptance of a pay deal last week. The union is now seeking a significant…

A recent TV news report coming out of the United States has highlighted a worrying trend in the freelance world: the emergence of fake accounts targeting paid freelance platforms. These fraudulent client accounts pose a significant threat…

Freelancers across the UK are feeling the pressure of government tax policies, with a new survey revealing that four out of five believe these policies are negatively impacting their businesses The latest Freelancer Confidence Index…

The UK's Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has been commissioned to review the IT and engineering sectors, causing ripples in the IT contractor recruitment landscape. The review will assess whether these sectors should be added to the…

To jest or not to jest, that is the question about witty out-of-office messages. Could a workplace's acceptance or approval of them say more about their company culture than we realise? The humble out-of-office reply: once a simple…