https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/uk-recruiters-join-trans-pacific-partnership-what-could-it-mean-for-britains-freelancers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uk-recruiters-join-trans-pacific-partnership-what-could-it-mean-for-britains-freelancers Empowering the Freelance Economy Sun, 05 Jan 2025 17:27:06 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/news/uk-recruiters-join-trans-pacific-partnership-what-could-it-mean-for-britains-freelancers/#comment-11250 Sun, 05 Jan 2025 17:27:06 +0000 https://www.freelanceinformer.com/?p=26218#comment-11250 Anything which makes it easier for businesses to dip into a global talent pool will likely lead to day-rates further declining in the UK. UK based freelancers could definitely actively explore other markets – for example working with US based companies can lead to improved day rates to what we’re seeing in the UK, but the complexities of working across borders, from a taxation and contract perspective can add significant headaches. Chasing late invoices for example, is even harder. Working with a good accountant and lawyer is sensible, and using platforms which handle tax and compliance across borders is also recommended.

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