Freelance software developers are being targeted by North Korean hackers who are using fake profiles on popular platforms to lure them into cloning malicious repositories. The malware used in these attacks is designed to steal files and monitor user activities. The hackers are also using social engineering tactics to deceive developers. The objective of this […]

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Hundreds of contractor jobs have been lost following Labour’s decision to scrap the controversial Rwanda asylum plan, highlighting how political agendas can directly impact contracting opportunities. According to an LBC report, 280 Home Office contractors hired to implement the deportation scheme have been made redundant. The plan, a key policy of the previous Conservative government, […]

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With major legislative changes set to rock the umbrella company sector in 2026, why are some advisories and other hiring companies keeping to an umbrella-only contractor policy? Keep on top of your game by joining the thousands of contractors already subscribed to The Freelance Informer newsletter: New law, new risks The new law shifts responsibility […]

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The UK’s freelance community is facing a potential slowdown in hiring opportunities in the last weeks of 2024 as businesses grapple with economic challenges and re-evaluate their growth strategies. This concerning trend was highlighted by CBI CEO Rain Newton-Smith in a recent speech at the CBI’s Annual Conference. However, when opportunities do arise, contractors must […]

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The Freelance Informer speaks with Jon Williams, a man of many advertising industry-firsts, about why he has placed freelancers at the heart of his latest venture Advertising agencies can afford to mess up, frankly, and still get paid. Freelancers, on the other hand, know their reputation is everything. They rely on repeat business and positive […]

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Recruitment agencies and contractors alike are bracing themselves as the new government’s Budget proposals loom large, with potential changes that could drastically alter the recruitment landscape. Mary Maguire, Managing Director at Astute Recruitment Ltd, is among many recruiters warning that the impact of the pending UK Budget could be significant on recruitment levels. The concern […]

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The IT industry, known for its relentless pace of change, presents a unique challenge for experienced contractors looking to launch a new product or service as part of their second career act. Age is Just a Number: The Rise of Entrepreneurship Over 50 Contrary to popular belief, entrepreneurship isn’t just a young person’s game. A […]

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A recent report by recruitment tech firm ETZ, “Carer’s Leave OR Carers Leaving? Preventing the loss of workers from the job market,” has ignited discussion about the challenges faced by carers in the workplace, particularly those on fixed-term contracts. While the report highlights the urgent need for carer’s leave legislation in the UK, it also […]

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Getting a fellow freelancer to cover you is possible. You just need to be prepared to do it properly Hiring freelancers can be a game-changer for businesses of all sizes including the solo self-employed looking to build their business or finding a replacement. But before you dive into your next freelance collaboration, it’s crucial to […]

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THIS ARTICLE HAS BEEN UPDATED Freelancers face a potential tax timebomb, thanks to a recent revelation about HMRC’s CEST tool. However, not all IR35 and Off-Payroll experts believe the HMRC is in the wrong A Freedom of Information (FOI) request to HMRC by IR35 compliance firm IR35 Shield uncovered that the tax authority’s Check Employment […]

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