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  • Self-Employment Rises as Fewer Contractors Struggle to Find Work

    • 26 Oct 2016

    The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has just released its latest bulletin highlighting the changing state of employment in the UK. The 'UK Labour Market: October 2016' report has found that the number of British people working for themselves has continued to rise; something that has been praised by key industry bodies.

  • Over 90% of Self-Employed Professionals Enjoy Working for Themselves

    • 18 Oct 2016

    A recent survey conducted by Markel - a UK-based specialist online insurer for professionals - has reported some very interesting statistical findings for those interested in becoming their own boss.

  • Are you Prepared for a Potential Cyber Attack?

    • 14 Oct 2016

    The changing nature and innovative trends of digital technology means it has become heavily incorporated into all aspects of our everyday lives, including business. However, this has meant that we are now more prone to potential cyber-attacks, and business owners are not an exception.

  • Hammond suggests 'long-term' plan for contractors

    • 6 Oct 2016

    Speaking at the Tory party conference in Birmingham, chancellor of the exchequer Philip Hammond has given away some clues as to what contractors can expect from the Autumn Statement.

  • ‘Funtrepreneurs' are highly beneficial to the UK’s economy

    • 29 Sep 2016

    So-called ‘funtrepreneurs’ added £165 billion in total to the UK economy over the past year, according to Freelance UK.

  • 7 Great Free Resources for the Newly Self-Employed

    • 15 Jun 2016

    The period of becoming self-employed can be a difficult time, as you sort out the best way to transition from your current working pattern to being your own boss. As many things are done differently when you work for yourself

  • How a move to Being a Contractor Can Improve your Business Skills and Career Prospects

    • 27 May 2016

    When you are thinking about taking the leap to becoming self-employed contractor, it can seem like a big risk for you, your family and your career.

  • IR35 – 10 Indicators to Show you’re not a Disguised Employee

    • 22 Apr 2016

    As a Limited Company Contractor IR35 is an important consideration for you as it sets out the law relating to tax treatment of your income and also determines your tax position with HMRC.

  • New UK forensic science strategy unveiled

    • 23 Mar 2016

    The UK Home Office has released a new forensic science strategy to tackle concerns

  • Construction expansion eases in November

    • 3 Dec 2014

    Construction activity continued to expand strongly during November, although its pace slowed to a 13-month low

  • Type 26 frigates will be built on the Clyde

    • 2 Dec 2014

    Defence secretary Michael Fallon has confirmed the Royal Navy's new warships will be built on the Clyde

  • Elizabeth Barracks refurbishment completed

    • 1 Dec 2014

    The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) has completed the £20 million redevelopment of Elizabeth Barracks in Pirbright

  • Rosetta technology used on submarine

    • 1 Dec 2014

    Technology from the Rosetta space mission is being used to develop a new instrument for the UK's future submarine programme

  • MoD unveils UK's first A400M Atlas

    • 28 Nov 2014

    The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has officially unveiled the first of the UK's A400M Atlas next-generation military transport aircraft

  • Three firms compete for helicopter training deal

    • 27 Nov 2014

    Proposals have been made by three bidders to supply and support a fleet of helicopters to train British military pilots and crew

  • MoD confirms HMNB Clyde as future submarine base

    • 26 Nov 2014

    Two Trafalgar Class submarines are to move from Her Majesty's Naval Base (HMNB) Devonport to HMNB Clyde as the Ministry of Defence (MoD) confirms i...

  • MoD signs initial Lightning II contract

    • 25 Nov 2014

    The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed the contract for the first production batch of four Lightning II stealth combat aircraft

  • Babcock named as DSG preferred bidder

    • 24 Nov 2014

    Babcock has been named as the preferred bidder for the acquisition of the Defence Support Group (DSG)

  • Typhoon to get £800m radar system

    • 21 Nov 2014

    An £800 million deal has been signed for the development of a new electronic radar system for the Eurofighter Typhoon

  • DIO names southern framework shortlists

    • 20 Nov 2014

    Shortlisted bidders for two construction frameworks covering the south of England have been named by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO)