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Fiverr’s new products: how do they compare to the competition?
Fiverr's latest products launched through its "Winter Release" campaign have some welcome additions for freelancers and hiring companies alike. But how do they stack up against the competition? Let's dive into the details and compare…
Skills that need nurturing to stave off World War III
OPINION/WORLD AFFAIRS
Shadows of conflict are widening across the globe. Headlines scrolling across our news feeds warn of the return to military conscription and war with Russia. While a return to inscription has been rebuffed as…
99% mortgages: a dynamite or disaster scheme?
Speaking to the Newspage news agency, The Freelance Informer asked lenders, mortgage experts and financial advisers their take on the Conservative Government's talk of encouraging lenders to offer 99% mortgages. Here's what we wanted to…
EBay trims contractor workforce among major job cuts
eBay cuts 1,000 jobs and reduces work for outside contractors
Move follows previous layoffs and reflects economic challenges.
Impact on contractors and long-term company strategy unclear.
In a double blow to its workforce,…
Manchester’s £300k freelancer fund now open – bid expert shares tips for a winning…
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…
Best areas for freelancer job security
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…
Taxation Without Fairness: The Uncomfortable Echoes of the Loan Charge and the Boston Tea Party
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…
Echoes of Injustice: Parallels between the Post Office Scandal and IR35
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…
Could freelancers make children’s homes happier places?
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…
Pumpwatch Scheme: Petrol stations required to post real-time fuel prices to drive competition
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…