January 2024

A £300,000 fund has been launched in Greater Manchester to support freelancers and small organisations working in music and the arts. The Inspire Fund will provide grants of between £500 and £2,000. Where do you even start to pitch a…

Millions of Britons are caught in a high-tax trap, squeezed by outdated thresholds and rising incomes. The higher rate tax threshold, frozen since 2021, will continue to lag behind wages until 2028, leaving more and more people dragged…

Tech layoffs set to continue in 2024 despite tug-of-war for AI talent This week, another wave of tech layoffs washed over the industry, with giants like Amazon, YouTube, and Wayfair joining the ranks of those trimming their workforces.…

While the overall job market in Great Britain might be facing some turbulence, the news isn't all doom and gloom for freelancers. A recent study by Wealth of Geeks reveals valuable insights into regional job security, which can be…

OPINION & SPECIAL LOAN CHARGE REPORT As responses to a Parliamentary debate on the Loan Charge brew this week, we turn to the history books and our American cousins for inspiration on the implementation of a Taxpayer Bill of Rights…

OPINION Two seemingly disparate events in the UK share a troubling common thread: the unjust pursuit of individuals caught in the crossfire of poorly implemented systems. The Post Office scandal and the ongoing controversy surrounding…

OPINION The news is bleak: children with complex needs in the UK are languishing in care, waiting years for a stable and loving home. This isn't just a statistic; it's a heartbreaking reality that begs the question: what can we as…

Good news for self-employed drivers. The government is taking steps to bring down fuel prices by requiring pump stations to share real-time prices instantly via apps and websites. Here's the latest on the Pumpwatch Scheme New real-time…

GUIDE TO FREELANCER PAYMENT TERMS This guide will equip you with the essential tips and payment terms you should understand and use to your advantage each time you create an invoice or bring on a new client As your freelance business…

In a digital age where resumes pile up in virtual inboxes, a new Harvard Business School study finds a surprising advantage for freelancers: wearing glasses Researchers from Harvard Business School and the University of Southern…