Q&A A new on-demand tech freelancer job platform called Gigged.AI has launched. Katherine Steiner-Dicks asks its CEO Rich Wilson some detailed questions to see if the HR tech startup is just another freelancer platform or one that…

OPINION Following the publication of the government and HMRC joint report on the introduction of IR35 reform in the private and voluntary sectors, IR35 experts have highlighted what they see as a "red herring" which indicates that…

Are tax repayment agents worth the risk and "convenience"? After receiving thousands of complaints from taxpayers about unscrupulous tactics by tax repayment agents, HMRC is bringing in protections that will change the way tax repayment…

SPECIAL REPORT In just a matter of years, the US labour market could reach a 50-50 split between salaried and freelance workers. Could we expect that trend to make its way over to the UK? Or do too many tax and work status policies…

SPECIAL REPORT ENERGY TRANSITION & THE FREELANCE ECONOMY There’s a “green trade” skills shortage in the renewable energy sector and it could be highly skilled freelancers that could come to the world's rescue. Green jobs…

Here are some of the news stories we have been monitoring over the past week Liquid Friday: the latest developments and contractor reactions Following Contractor Voice's report of umbrella company Orange Genie allegedly being…

Freelancers in the theatrical arts and entertainment are considered the lifeblood of the industry, especially when it comes to London's West End shows. The sad thing is, they can't even afford to go to a show if they wanted. This is one of…

OPINION The news of the repeal of the IR35 OffPayroll reforms couldn't have come at a better time for freelancers across the UK. And what a surprise the news was! No waiting months for some radical reform to happen. In one swift…

Average pay was up by 4.3 per cent in the private sector between October-December 2021 including bonuses – that’s a good sign, but pay rises aren’t matching 2022 inflation. Freelancers are feeling squeezed Freelancers must know their…

What could happen to the UK's freelancer economy if recruitment agencies and end clients start getting fined by HMRC if their freelancers/contractors are linked to a tax avoidance scheme? Will freelance job boards, recruitment agencies…