Contractor Calculator Market Report February 2009
There is no doubt that trading conditions are getting tough, but most contractors see mainly opportunities and are upbeat despite the downturn.
HMRC wins narrow victory over Larkstar Data IR35 case in the High Court
HMRC has won a narrow victory in the High Court today as Sir Donald Rattee rules that the case Larkstar case be re-heard by the General Commissioners.
Larkstar Data IR35 ruling imminent: what could this mean for contractors?
With 2008 an IR35 annus horribilis for contractors, how will 2009 shape up? Will the imminent Larkstar Data ruling provide respite for contractors?
Contractors to benefit from new face at PCG
Iain McIlwee, PCG’s new Head of Commercial Development, tells ContractorCalculator what’s in store for members as he settles into his role.
‘Contractor UK’ website falls foul of advertising watchdog in landmark ruling
Contractor UK’ found guilty by Advertising Standards Authority of breaching key Committee of Advertising Practice rules, including on truthfulness.
People4Business and Contractor Calculator team up to offer contractors a better deal
ContractorCalculator and People4Business are offering contractors the opportunity to win new contracts from a different kind of jobs website.
Parasol buys Quay Accounting: will this mean consolidation in contractor services?
After the acquisition of Quay Accounting by contractor umbrella Parasol, will this trigger a run of consolidation in the contractor service sector?
Contractor Calculator Market Report January 2009
Contractors face fresh challenges in 09, but there are opportunities too, with public sector spending set to skyrocket and the IT skills gap widening.
New IR35 resources for contractors
The latest guidance to help contractors manage their IR35 status comes in a PCG guide, which complements the newly published Contractors’ Handbook.
New Contractors’ Handbook empowers contractors facing tough trading conditions
Contractors have a new and powerful weapon to combat recession woes, with the publication of the authoritative new Contractors’ Handbook.
ContractorCalculator Market Report December 2008
Another mixed month for contractors with good news from the Pre-Budget Report tempered by increasingly fragile economic indicators and falling demand.
Will contractors foot the bill for HMRC blitz on Managed Services Company providers?
New guidance issued by HMRC targets offshore and self-employment MSC providers, leaving contractors at risk from debt transfer provisions.
Treasury attack on umbrella companies not over says contractor accountant
Relief felt by contractors after last week’s Pre-Budget Report may be premature, as contractor accountant JSA Group warns of further Treasury action.
Does the Glover Review mean more public sector work for contractors?
Contractors could benefit from a public sector procurement review that has recommended measures to improve SME access to lucrative contracts.
Contractors get easy ride in Pre-Budget Report
Another Pre-Budget Report, and no new taxes for contractors. ContractorCalculator asks: why have contractors escaped so lightly?
PBR: Contractors relieved - income shifting and travel expenses attack delayed
Contractors' worst fears about the Pre-Budget Report containing harmful changes to income shifting and contractors' expenses have not been realised.
IT contractors are facing a storm - keys skills required for survival
Although things are looking gloomy for the IT contracting sector, having the right business skills could be highly profitable.
What contractors can expect from the Pre-Budget Report
The Treasury has announced that the Chancellor will be making his Pre-Budget Review on Monday 24th November, so what’s in store for contractors?
New tax tribunals will help contractors appealing against HMRC
The tax appeals modernisation programme looks set to streamline contractors’ appeals against HMRC judgments from April 2009.
Government bank bail-out means turbulent times for IT contractors
IT contractors in the banking sector face a turbulent future, with part public ownership of major banks forcing changes in their IT strategies.
Contractors vote ‘no confidence’ in government support for the sector
The results of the PCG’s annual member survey clearly show that government must work hard to regain contractors’ trust.
Contractor Calculator Market Report November 2008
There are winners and losers as the contracting sector becomes polarised, with the economic downturn impacting on corporate and public sector spending
Umbrella companies play key role in improving wider contracting sector, says Parasol
In an exclusive interview Parasol managing director Rob Crossland comments on the emerging importance of umbrella companies to the contracting sector.
Contractors should act now to stay on right side of October’s companies legislation
A raft of new regulations and laws came into force from 1st October and, one month on, contractors should ensure they have taken appropriate action.
MEPs give thumbs up to AWD whilst PCG lobbies for contractor recognition
The Agency Workers Directive moves closer to passing through the European Parliament, whilst PCG plans to lobby for contractors’ exclusion from AWD.
Contractors can exploit investment and savings opportunities of troubled markets
As financial markets slump, an IFA expert says now is the time to maintain or even increase pension contributions.
Lawspeed leads AEMC response to Treasury consultation on contractors’ expenses
A response to the Treasury’s consultation on contractors’ travel expenses has been submitted by Lawspeed, representing the AEMC and 14 umbrellas.
Contractors warned of return of Managed Services Company legislation
Post the Dragonfly case and awaiting the Treasury’s move on umbrella expenses, can contractors relax? Not according to Lawspeed’s Adrian Marlowe.
Contractors taking dangerous risks with IR35 status, says our survey
Many contractors may be putting themselves at grave risk by disregarding their IR35 status, the latest ContractorCalculator survey reveals.
Agency Workers Directive opt-out for UK contractors is looking increasingly likely
An Agency Workers Directive opt-out for UK contractors is being backed by UK parliament’s Regulatory Reform Committee Chairman Andrew Miller.
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