2024

Millions of self-employed will be affected by the tax-free dividend allowance cut made this month and what could be yet another year of job insecurity and unnecessary economic risk posed by IR35 and an unregulated umbrella industry From…

Given that the self-employed have been low-hanging fruit for tax grabs, voters must voice their concerns now about government misspending before history repeats itself No matter how the votes sway come the next General Election, Dame…

We look into why demand for freelancers’ skills is rising with the pressure at tech companies, and how independent workers can often bring calm into the chaos The tech industry is often riddled with deadlines and stress, which causes…

In the wake of the Labour Party's proposal for a "New Deal for Working People," which includes measures to ban zero-hours contracts and enhance workers' rights, we analyse how such a policy change might unfold. Could it do more harm than…

The trend of Dads opting to go freelance to spend more time with their children has been gaining momentum. Andy Frobisher, a seasoned digital marketing and SEO expert, is one of the latest examples. After a successful stint as Head of SEO…

Think you have a brilliant business idea but lack the skills to take it to the next level? Budget woes have you questioning how to hire an app developer, or if a social media guru is the magic bullet to instant success? Fiverr and Steven…

The less you know about the plot of this play before you see it, the better. It's a genius play-within-a-play that is as cerebral as it is comical. It also proves a great night out in support of fellow freelancers As we waited for…

FREELANCER HEALTH Dreading your next run? You're not alone. Many of us have that love-hate relationship with pounding the pavement. But what if there was a way to run with less effort and pain and more enjoyment? Enter Helen Hall, a…

Freelancers often feel they face a trade-off: project freedom for income stability. While you get to choose your work, a steady stream of clients is crucial. Finding great clients can be like kissing frogs hoping to find a prince. But what…

A personal finance expert highlights some alarming trends when it comes to money and marriage. Are you in a position to preserve financial security for not just yourself but your loved ones and children? Whether you're in a marriage,…