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HMRC penalties start later than you might think
A technical glitch at Barclays Bank last Friday, 31 January, inadvertently revealed the little-known deadline for HMRC's first late payment charges. The system failure prevented some Barclays customers, and potentially others, from paying…
Avoid holiday hassles in 2025! Here are 30+ destinations tackling overtourism with taxes, curfews,…
From hefty taxes to restricted access and even curfews, popular holiday destinations are taking drastic measures to manage over-tourism. With more changes set for 2025, planning your next getaway requires a bit more research than usual.
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Microsoft Azure’s growing pains spell golden opportunity for contractors
Microsoft Azure hiring spree around the corner: roles in sales, infrastructure, and support
Microsoft's latest earnings report reveals a mixed bag for its Azure cloud computing platform. While revenue continues to climb, cracks are…
The unexpected future of freelancing: Why the most in-demand jobs of 2030 might surprise you
While you might be picturing a future world dominated by AI, cybersecurity, and robotics, the reality is that the most in-demand jobs of 2030 might be more familiar than you think. The future of work is looking surprisingly… human.
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Packham on loan charge scandal: “Treasury will do all they can to avoid the truth coming out”
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MPs, campaigners, contractors and small business owners across the country are outraged about the government denying them their call for a legitimate independent review of the Loan Charge Scandal as promised by Rachel…
Trump’s energy emergency to cause short-term job losses and investment uncertainty while UK stays…
The US government’s recent actions have sparked widespread uncertainty across the energy sector, job market, and financial investments. A dual set of executive orders has significantly altered the trajectory of offshore wind development,…
IR35: What freelancers can learn from Bryan Robson’s tax appeal case against HMRC
Former England Footballer Bryan Robson has joined the IR35 Decade Club despite winning most of his appeal to the First-tier Tax Tribunal. The case centres on services Robson provided to Manchester United as a Global Ambassador from 2015/16…
North Korean hackers target freelance software developers
Freelance software developers are being targeted by North Korean hackers who are using fake profiles on popular platforms to lure them into cloning malicious repositories.
The malware used in these attacks is designed to steal files and…
Protect Your Code: IP Tips for Elon Musk’s X
Elon Musk's recent call for software engineers to join X and submit their best work has sparked excitement and curiosity among developers. However, some concerns should be raised regarding intellectual property (IP) protection.
While…
$150bn AI and Cybersecurity Investments Spark Worldwide Job Growth
Recent discussions between President-elect Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella have underscored significant investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. These moves signal a dramatic increase in job…