freelancers

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…

The allure of the British seaside isn't just for holidaymakers anymore. New research reveals that coastal towns are experiencing a boom in micro-businesses, outpacing the national average and offering a unique opportunity for freelancers…

A survey by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) reveals a worsening recruitment crisis in the UK and IR35 could be at the heart of it The survey of over 4,700 businesses found that 74% reported recruitment difficulties in Q2 2024, a…

Labour has positioned itself as the "party of the self-employed". Yet, will the party now settling into No. 10 get it right this time when it comes to worker status and family-friendly rights for the self-employed? Labour says in black…

Small business and contractor industry experts voice their concerns that the Labour Party could easily follow in the footsteps of the Conservative Party and make no lasting change for the millions of UK small business owners. Will Labour…

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…

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…

Freelance journalists who have worked with The New York Times are being warned of a potential data breach following a cyberattack on the newspaper's GitHub repositories, according to a TechRadar report. How did it happen and what can we…