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PCG Respond To Self Employed “Rant” Article

With work being done to highlight the role of the growing number of flexible workers in the UK, one of the leading contractor groups, the PCG, have jumped to their defence following an article in a national newspaper. John Harris’ … Continue reading

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Flexible Work Commission Hold First Meeting

The REC’s flexible work commission, which was launched at the end of last year, held their first meeting this week. The meeting was attended by a number of leading recruiters as well as contractor groups the PCG and FCSA. The … Continue reading

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Contractor News In Brief 2011

This year has been a busy year for contractors as well as for ICS in what has been a turbulent 12 months for the UK economy and jobs market. Despite some difficult times the demand for contractors has remained high, … Continue reading

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Contractors Optimistic For 2012 Jobs

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

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Flexible Work Commission Launched To Support Contractors

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

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Latest IR35 Forum Meeting Update

The minutes of the latest IR35 Forum have been published on the HMRC website, with further discussion taking place regarding potential IR35 tests and the cases which HMRC are aiming to target. Following the October IR35 Forum meeting, HMRC and … Continue reading

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National Freelancers Day Celebrates Growing Community

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

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Three Cheers For Contractors

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

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PCG IR35 Revenue Data Misleading?

Despite figures last month showing that IR35 revenue was incredibly low, new findings have found this to be not entirely accurate. The PCG requested information from the government into IR35 enquiries and their success and revenue, however further investigations have … Continue reading

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PCG Launch Free Guide To Freelancing

In preparation for National Freelancers Day 2011, which takes place on 23rd November, the PCG have released a free ‘Guide to Freelancing’. This publication has been designed to support current freelancers and contractors as well as those who are looking … Continue reading

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