SPECIAL REPORT Explore how the rise of “tiny teams” in tech, exemplified by Gamma’s success, signals a shift impacting freelancers and solopreneurs Do you consider yourself a freelancer or solopreneur? You may be thinking, what’s the difference? In my estimation, a solopreneur wants to replicate what a 200-person company can do, but as a solo […]

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With potential spending cuts or tax rises looming in the autumn Budget, personal finance experts share six proactive steps freelancers can take now to safeguard their finances Surprises that come in boxes are usually a good thing. However, personal finance and pension experts say any surprises coming out of the Chancellor of Exchequer’s Red Box […]

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Thousands of UK freelancers and contractors hoping for an end to client-led IR35 assessments face a significant delay, despite recent changes to company size thresholds. An update to the government’s Employment Status Manual has revealed that the eagerly anticipated relaxation of off-payroll working rules won’t happen overnight, potentially leaving many in limbo until the 2027/28 […]

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The increase in Employers’ National Insurance (NI) is likely to have the biggest impact on businesses that stopped using freelance workers because of the off-payroll working rules, says IR35 expert Introduced on 6th April 2025, Employers’ NI has gone up from 13.8% to 15%. At the same time, the point at which businesses start paying […]

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The very technology that is causing anxiety about job losses in freelancers could soon be treating them for anxiety and depression finds US study   Mental health and relationship specialists such as counsellors, therapists and psychiatrists are not in the habit of making house calls in the middle of the night. Firstly, there just aren’t […]

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Imagine logging on one morning, ready to tackle your tasks for a thriving US-based tech client, only to find their website vanished, replaced by a competitor’s welcome message. That’s the harsh reality facing employees and contractors following the abrupt closure of Skybox Security, a once-promising cybersecurity firm headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional operations […]

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New research from contractor insurer Qdos reveals how independent workers in the UK identify themselves, a factor that could significantly influence their earning capabilities and the types of work they attract. The 2024 survey, capturing insights from 940 self-employed individuals, suggests a potential link between self-identification and financial success. Despite economic jitters, the majority are […]

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James Cockett, CIPD Senior Labour Market Economist, said one in four (25%) employers are planning to make redundancies in the three months to March 2025, another record high outside of 2020 when the COVID pandemic struck the UK economy. We examine the implications for the economy and how freelancers can best prepare for the coming […]

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The BBC, a cornerstone of British broadcasting, is facing accusations of neglecting local talent pools in favour of London-centric hiring practices. This follows a series of viral LinkedIn posts by Peter Strachan, a Scottish filmmaker who analysed the production credits of BBC’s “The Traitors,” the smash hit presented by Claudia Winkleman. His findings paint a […]

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Tribunal ruling could encourage more inside IR35 limited company freelancers to reclaim unlawful Employer’s National Insurance Contributions THIS ARTICLE WAS UPDATED AT 14:00 ON 09.01.25 A social worker engaged by the Home Office has successfully claimed nearly £37,000 (£36,826.65) from a recruitment agency after an employment tribunal deemed that “unlawful deductions” had been made from their pay. […]

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