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Could social media be affecting your professional image

In today’s society, social media is consumed on a scale that has never been seen before. Worldwide, it is estimated that there are 2.2 billion social media users, with this number rapidly continuing to grow each year.

Thu 21st Apr, 2016

Industry News

Treasury spokesman tables amendment to Finance Bill

In a bid to secure a strategic review for contractors a MAJOR political party has tabled an amendment to the Finance Bill which has called upon the Chancellor to report back in six months.

Tue 19th Apr, 2016

Contractor Info

contractor checklist things to remember when contracting

When working for yourself as a contractor, there are many things that you need to remember. Although the skills and expertise used during a contract are highly important, there are also many other elements to remember that may have slipped the mind.

Fri 15th Apr, 2016

Industry News

MPs in Parliament have attacked Osborne’s changes to contractors’ T&S relief

55 Parliamentarians have signed an open letter devised recently by trade body PRISM, calling on the Chancellor to launch a strategic review of the entire sector. SNP Treasury spokesman Roger Mullin, who was one of the 55 Parliamentarians to sign the letter, made clear in his speech to Parliament that the changes would have a dramatic effect on contractors serving rural communities.

Thu 14th Apr, 2016

Contractor Info

A beginner's guide to working as a limited company contractor

Here, we take a look at the most important things to remember for those who are new to the contracting profession.

Thu 14th Apr, 2016 | Kerry Hull

PayStream News

The big pictures - March 2016

With the Travel and Subsistence (T&S) rules from April 6th, we have been busy updating our systems, services and processes in order to ensure that we continue to offer a seamless service to all of our contractors.

Wed 23rd Mar, 2016 | Paul Malley

Industry News

55 MPs sign letter advising review of contractor’s legislative framework

A cross-party coalition of 55 MPs have recently signed an open letter urging Chancellor George Osbourne to review the legislative framework governing contractors.

Fri 11th Mar, 2016 | Kerry Hull

Contractor Info

Why working as a contractor could be the job for you

Our career is an integral part of our life. It is what we immerse ourselves in every single weekday for the majority of our adulthood.

Fri 19th Feb, 2016

Industry News

In order to get a level playing field for workers a strategic review is the UK’s only hope

According to PRISM Chief Executive Crawford Temple, if the Government is to meet its long-term aim of a simplified tax regime then a strategic review of the entire legislative framework relating to contractors is needed.

Fri 12th Feb, 2016

Industry News

How have recent floods affected contractors?

Many businesses started 2016 with the devastation left behind by Mother Nature, we look at how this has affected contractors,

Fri 12th Feb, 2016 | Kerry Hull

Industry News

What does 2016 hold for contractors?

Take a look at what trends will impact contractors the most this year.

Fri 15th Jan, 2016 | Kerry Hull

Contractor Info

Start the New Year as you mean to go on

You should focus on building your personal brand in order to give your workload a boost going into the New Year.

Mon 11th Jan, 2016