A recruitment agency dedicated to placing IT contractors within the NHS urges contractors to reconsider working within the service and highlights the increasing opportunities for them. Don Tomlinson, managing director of max20 spoke with Contractor UK about the increasing opportunities … Continue reading
A study by MarketStorm Global has revealed that on average contractors and freelancers earn more than a permanent employee doing a similar role. On average, a contractor earns £52,820 a year compared to £26,000 for a permanent employee. However, it … Continue reading
In a review of 2012, the Association of Professional Staffing Companies, APSCo, found that for many companies, contractors were the hiring choice over permanent workers, notably within the technology sector. Commenting on their findings, APSCo chief executive Ann Swain said; … Continue reading
As many as 20,000 HMRC staff that provide advice on tax returns have staged a ‘lightning’ walkout this afternoon. They are protesting about HMRC’s plans to outsource and privatise their workload. HMRC is holding year-long trials from next month with … Continue reading
A contractor recently looked to Contractor UK to seek advice on whether they should change accountants. They were concerned that by changing accountants, it may raise a ‘red flag to HM Revenue & Customs’. Bob Jones, a former Inland Revenue … Continue reading
A study by HR officers, Allen & Overy has identified that a third of mid to large-sized employers may cut their temporary agency worker contracts before the 12-week qualifying period for equal pay and benefits applies, affecting around half a … Continue reading
The spending review is due in two weeks time and commentators believe the chancellor may announce a reduction to the amount Britons can save tax free each year into an ISA. Reported on Contractor UK, a labour MP suspects they … Continue reading
With spending cuts heading the public sectors way, it is inevitable that some contractors working within the public sector will find their contract being cut short. Contractors have already acknowledged this and many are looking to seek new roles within … Continue reading
A contractor recently sought advice about claiming past expenses from his former client. These expenses dated back to 2007 and 2008. In current financial difficulties, the contractor wondered if there was a minimum time period to claim back expenses. Our … Continue reading
Contractors working via their own limited company have been advised by the PCG to ensure they are not caught under the IR35 legislation and ensure all new contracts are reviewed by an IR35 expert. This warning has come as the … Continue reading
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