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Networking Is Still A Vital Tool For Contractors

Discussed on Contract Eye today, networking is more important than ever for contractors seeking work with new clients. They report that often the best roles sometimes never even make it online and are instead filled following recommendations from contractors already … Continue reading

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PCG Warn Of HMRC’s Ulterior Motives

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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Minimum Wage Loophole To Cease Existence

The government announced this week that it is to close the minimum wage loophole which could affect some contractors working via an umbrella company. According to Contract Eye, some umbrella companies have been paying their contractors less than the national … Continue reading

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Clamp Down On Directors Withdrawing Illegal Dividends

A leading accountant says that the number of limited company directors taking illegal dividends or loans has risen at a rapid rate and HMRC wants these directors banned. HMRC are aware of a sharp rise in the number of allegedly … Continue reading

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FSA Plan To Toughen Mortgage Lending Rules

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) have announced they are to toughen mortgage lending rules and are considering banning fast-track and self-certified mortgages. This announcement is likely to make it even more difficult for contractors and the self employed to get … Continue reading

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Contractors Urged To Weigh Up Their Options

Contract Eye recently wrote an article about the advantages of disadvantages for contractors, of working though your own limited company or via an umbrella company. A large proportion of contractors work via their own limited company, or via an umbrella … Continue reading

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Coalition Government To Have Emergency Budget

The new coalition government, which was formed last week, is to have an emergency budget on Tuesday, 22nd June 2010. The new Chancellor, George Osborne is set to outline his plans for a £6 billion reduction in spending. The Budget … Continue reading

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Opportunities For IT Contractors In The Banking Sector

Tech research firm Gartner recently released figures which suggested that IT spend would increase this year, with 43% of the senior decision makers they spoke to saying that their IT spend would rise. This signals opportunities for contractors looking for … Continue reading

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