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Despite mass layoffs freelancers no longer a “threat” to exsiting employees says report
In the face of mass layoffs that swept several industries in the past two years, businesses are expected to embrace freelance talent to fill critical skills gaps in 2024. They are also leveraging AI tool skills
Tech layoffs took over…
Ministers rushed through amendment that gives government access to bank accounts of anyone claiming…
Ministers have reportedly rushed an amendment through the Commons last week, allowing it to look into the bank account of everybody claiming State Pension or State Benefits. Why?
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is planning to…
Unvetted gig workers gaining access to our homes
Investigations from New York and London have revealed that illegal workers are posing a risk to the gig economy's reputation. While documented and skilled refugees are otherwise contributing to the tax system, our workforce and economy
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Latest changes to Making Tax Digital
The government originally planned to mandate MTD for ITSA starting in April 2024, but has since delayed the mandate to April 2026. More changes could still be on the cards
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment (MTD for…
Victory for freelancers: presenter Kaye Adams wins IR35 case against HMRC after 9-year ordeal
Media presenter Kaye Adams has finally won her IR35 case against HMRC after a nine-year ordeal. The First-tier Tribunal has upheld Ms Adams's appeal for the third time, confirming her self-employed status for the tax years 2013/14 to…
DevTernity: the gender gap at this tech event was so bad the organisers created fake female speakers
Tech Executives Drop Out of DevTernity Conference After Fake Speakers Revealed
Tech executives at Microsoft and Amazon have withdrawn from an upcoming DevTernity software conference after it was discovered that at least one of the…
Freelancers and digital nomads reconsider long-term cruises following cancellation of epic voyage
The recent cancellation of a three-year world cruise, just two weeks before its scheduled departure, has sent shockwaves through the travel industry, particularly among remote workers and digital nomads who have embraced long-term travel…
UK Tightens Immigration Rules: Minimum Salary Threshold for Skilled Worker Visas Hits £40,000
In a significant move to curb immigration, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has agreed to raise the minimum salary threshold for foreign skilled worker visas from £26,000 to £40,000. This substantial increase is expected to have an impact on…
Freelancers Face Health Risks from Reduced Nature Exposure
A new report has revealed that a drop in the number of visits to nature has had a significant impact on the health of people in the UK. We look at the likely implications for freelancers
The report, which was commissioned by the…
Pubs Could Stay Open Later for Euros
The UK government is proposing to extend pub and bar licensing hours if England, Wales, or Scotland reach the semi-finals or final of next year's European Football Championships
This means that thirsty supporters could be cheering their…