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Freelance economy fast becoming world’s answer to global development crisis

SPECIAL REPORT Aid agencies and NGOs, such as World Vision, Oxfam International, BRAC, Peace Corps. and Habitat for Humanity —they all conjure images of developing nations, impoverished communities and even refugee camps. However,…

Self-taught freelancers drive ‘fallback’ economy

The British workforce is quietly transforming into a nation of independent workers, as freelancing and side hustling emerge as crucial safety nets for the recently unemployed and financially strained. This shift reveals a resilient and…

Major change for millions of self-employed workers

Government to launch Employment Status Review by end of 2025 The UK Government has confirmed plans to launch a consultation on employment status by the end of 2025. This move could bring significant changes for millions of freelancers,…

How you identify as an independent worker could impact your earning potential, new data suggests

New research from contractor insurer Qdos reveals how independent workers in the UK identify themselves, a factor that could significantly influence their earning capabilities and the types of work they attract. The 2024 survey,…