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As we approach the end of what has been a busy year for contractors there is growing optimism for 2012. In a year which has seen proposals for a reform of the IR35 legislation as well as the introduction of … Continue reading
As part of their commitment to support UK recruiters, employers and workers, the REC have launched a ‘Flexible Work Commission’ in order to direct their recommendations and expert advice to the Government. A number of leading recruitment and contractor based … Continue reading
Image: digitalart / FreeDigitalPhotos.net Independent Contractor Services (ICS) would like to wish all their clients a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We have had a fantastic 2011 and hope to continue this into 2012. Our opening hours … Continue reading
Recruiters and employers are remaining positive about the state of the UK jobs market, despite the latest unemployment figures showing a further rise to the highest level since 1994. The overall figure from the ONS put unemployment at 2.64 million, … Continue reading
Last week’s Autumn Statement brought some welcome news regarding the current climate of the UK job’s market. With the government finally realising and acting on the need to support UK job creation and growth. This development comes as the REC’s … Continue reading
This week saw the third National Freelancers Day (NFD), the PCG’s celebration of the freelance community. Following praise from Prime Minister David Cameron the event sought to highlight the value of freelancers and contractors to the British Industry. As well … Continue reading
Today is National Freelancers Day, a day to recognise the contribution freelancers, consultants and contractors make to the UK economy so here’s to you, let’s celebrate your achievements. As part of the celebrations, the PCG who launched National Freelancers Day … Continue reading
Worries about the long term demand for contractors have been raised by the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) following research which revealed a fall in demand of 13% for contractors over the last year. Despite demand in some areas, … Continue reading
The government have announced that in a bid to get Britain building again, they are to support building projects which have been approved but delayed by funding problems. Reported by the BBC, a “Get Britain Building Fund” will see developers … Continue reading
Following the latest unemployment figures, released this week by the Office for National Statistics, the REC have called for improved measures for SME’s in order to help the rising youth unemployment. The level of unemployment rose again to 2.62 million … Continue reading
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