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The thrill of creating a secret legacy even your family don’t know about
The concept of a "legacy" often evokes images of grand gestures and public recognition. We tend to associate it with the twilight years, a final act before the curtain falls. But what if legacies could be built in secret, nurtured quietly…
Eurovision’s AI experiment shows how filmmakers can cut costs and go green
London-based filmmaker Matthew Blakemore has released a music video project showcasing the creative potential of AI-assisted video production.
'Glitter Tsunami' (Love, Peace & Sequins) shows us (in true cringeworthy…
Supreme Court Sends PGMOL Referees’ Tax Case Back to First Tribunal: What Freelancers Should…
Freelancers across the UK, particularly those working through limited companies, will want to pay close attention to the latest development in the long-running tax status case between the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL)…
UK Recruitment Leaders Urge Government to Protect Temps and Contractors Amid Regulatory Concerns
Several UK recruitment bodies, including the Association of Labour Providers (ALP), Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo), Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and The Employment Agents Movement (TEAM), have…
UK Freelancers urged to secure projects before the October Budget. Here’s how to get started
This week's labour market data paints a picture of economic resilience and potential prosperity. With unemployment (4.1%) at its lowest since January, and real wage growth strong at 1.8%, the UK is witnessing a "Goldilocks" scenario as…
‘Company Registry’ Scam has been going on for years
New revelations have surfaced regarding Tide's involvement in what Tax Policy Associates is coining the "Company Registry" scam, raising concerns among the digital banking services's customers who have recently registered with Companies…
HMRC anti-avoidance strategy put into question following 100 identified schemes
HMRC recently added four more tax avoidance schemes to its list of known promoters. While this should be positive news, it raises concerns about the effectiveness of HMRC's anti-avoidance strategy. Qdos, a tax compliance expert, points out…
Freelancing for a startup? Here’s how to manage your expectations and navigate iffy…
Working for a startup can conjure up visions of dynamism and self-satisfaction as teams overcome challenges and break new ground. However, a recent Sifted article, "Almost two-thirds of startup employees say managers are unprepared to take…
If the UK’s state pension age rises, how sustainable is your career to work later in life?
Amidst growing fiscal challenges, the government is exploring various avenues to bolster tax revenues, including a proposal to increase the state pension retirement age to 68. This article examines the potential impact of such a policy…
Spain’s freelancers lack fun in the sun, finds report. Could joining a community group help?
Spain is one of the most popular places for freelancers to live as digital nomads. The lower cost of living compared to other places in Europe and elsewhere, plus the sunshine and social atmosphere are all attractions. Thing is, despite…