Contractors

A LinkedIn post by Chris Dunsdon, Director at Parkwood Care, has sparked a heated discussion within the recruitment sector about the value and cost-effectiveness of recruitment agencies. Dunsdon, whose non-profit provides residential care…

Freelancers face potentially devastating tax bills due to complex "Managed Service Company" rules HMRC has issued a stark warning to freelancers, contractors, and consultants about the dangers of "Managed Service Companies" (MSCs).…

The recent hike in employers' national insurance tax has sent ripples through the contracting world, leaving many unsure of whether to celebrate or brace for impact. While some contractors may find themselves with unexpected benefits,…

As freelancers, sole traders, and agency contractors, we are often caught in the crossfire of new government policies that aim to reshape the workforce. With Labour’s plans for a new industrial strategy, announced by Chancellor of the…

Based on the report "Rail union make wild holiday demand after Labour caved on pay deal" (msn.com), the RMT union is escalating its demands following Labour's acceptance of a pay deal last week. The union is now seeking a significant…