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Why Every Freelancer Needs a Will (and How to Get One Without Spending a Penny)
A staggering 31 million adults in Britain – that's over 60% – don't have a will. This is often due to a lack of information or the mistaken belief that legal fees make wills too expensive. We'll explore how you can get your will written…
What could fixed-term contracts look like under a Labour Government?
What Contractors and Freelancers Need to Know
The future of fixed-term contracts under a Labour government would likely be influenced by the party's historical stance on workers' rights and its current policy proposals. Labour typically…
Tory MP severance payments to cost taxpayers £35m
A potential electoral defeat for the Conservative Party could result in a significant financial burden for British taxpayers, amounting to an estimated £35 million, it has been reported. This expense stems from the anticipated costs…
UK Students Left Waiting as Apple Developer Academy Rolls Out AI Training Globally
Apple Developer Academy Introduces AI Training, which could be a boon for freelancers. There's just one thing, it isn't available in the UK
Apple is making a significant move by adding AI training to the curriculum of its Developer…
Mass millionaire exodus leaves wealth tax hole
In a stark reflection of the changing global landscape of wealth, the UK is projected to experience a record exodus of millionaires in 2024, losing a net total of 9,500 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs).
This unprecedented loss,…
Betting on broken promises: a freelancer’s guide to political punts down the bookies
OPINION
We take a tongue-in-cheek look at the pros and cons of political betting and if freelancers could have an upper hand down the bookies
Jon Connell, the founder of The Week and contributor to The Knowledge’s newsletter, touches…
Government issues warning about false business rates appeal claims
The UK government's Valuation Office Agency (VOA) has issued a warning to businesses about false claims regarding the deadline to appeal their 2023 business rates. Some agents are falsely stating that the deadline is June 30th, which is…
Pros and cons of political party policies affecting self-employed and agency contractors
Policies on inheritance tax, pensions, IR35, national service and defence: pros and cons
The upcoming general election on July 4th in Great Britain has several political parties presenting diverse tax policies that will significantly…
Many family businesses won’t survive under Labour’s IHT polices say experts
Labour Party’s intention to strengthen public services could mean changes to inheritance tax (IHT) policies that could significantly impact solo self-employed business owners and family-owned businesses, according to news sources. These…
Fintech freelance vacancies surge 61.2%
Report highlights which freelance roles and specialist areas are in highest demand
The fintech sector in London is experiencing a surge in demand for freelance talent, with vacancies skyrocketing 61.2% year-on-year. This growth is…