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Passionfruit recruitment: positive news for freelancers as recruitment platform secures $9m in…
Passionfruit, a recruitment platform connecting globally-based freelancers with equally international businesses, has raised $9 million in Series A funding round. The news is a positive sign for freelancers who want access to…
Walkies! Dogs saving the planet one walk at a time
We thought readers could do with a feel-good news story. It should be especially touching for our dog and nature-loving readers
Man's best friend is playing an unexpected role in the revitalisation of woodland in Lewes, thanks to an…
Riots: Why firms should offer work from home or remote options to contractors this week
The riots witnessed across the UK this past week have been unsettling for many, with events across the nation causing violence, disruption and concerns about safety. If your company has recently welcomed contractors or freelancers back to…
Charities coming after £800m in dormant pension, bank, and investment accounts
£880 Million in Lost Investments to Fund Charities, But Don't Panic Yet
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced new rules to expand the Dormant Assets Scheme, unlocking an estimated £880 million from forgotten investment…
Tax hikes could be on the cards. Here’s how can you protect hard-earned cash
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has painted a grim picture of the nation’s public finances in her speech this week, axing spending pledges made by the former government that weren’t already funded. That’s according to Sarah…
Chaplin: Mel Stride, the “architect of IR35” is “wrong person to rebuild trust in…
OPINION
This article has been updated with additional commentary
On LBC with Nick Ferrari this week, Mel Stride, the "architect" of IR35" and candidate for Tory Leader, admitted that the legislation isn't working properly and needs…
How can recruitment agencies and hiring companies get the best out of neurodivergent candidates and…
New research by diversity and inclusion experts Pearn Kandola reveals a stark reality: half of neurodivergent job seekers feel unfairly treated during recruitment.
In this article, we explore strategies to eliminate bias, ensuring that…
HL calls for Lifetime ISA upper age limit to reach 55
In an economy where the self-employed are an integral part, their financial security in retirement remains a critical concern. A recent report from the Hargreaves Lansdown (HL) Savings and Resilience Barometer reveals a stark reality: only…
New ‘Luxury Car’ Tax Grab Could Impact 70% of Electric Vehicles, Urgency for Exemption…
A new "luxury car" tax, set to take effect on 1 April 2025, has sparked concern among self-employed and small business workers in the UK, as it could potentially affect up to 70% of electric vehicles (EVs), according to a recent report by…
Fiverr shifts to hourly freelance hiring platform
Fiverr introduces hourly rates, a profession catalogue, and AI search tools. We weigh up the pros and cons for freelancers
Fiverr, the freelance services platform, has introduces several features aimed at attracting businesses seeking…