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Posted on 28 November 2008 - Comments

Professionals who are unable to find permanent work as the global economic slowdown continues may wish to consider temporary work, it has been suggested.

According to Adecco Retail managing director Steven Kirkpatrick, work...

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Posted on 28 November 2008 - Comments

Umbrella company contractors and small business owners who handle data relating to members of the public must ensure they act responsibly and take the necessary security precautions, it has been claimed.

Speaking to the Financial...

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Posted on 28 November 2008 - Comments

The logic behind the reduction in VAT from 17.5 to 15 per cent has been questioned by the Professional Contractor's Group (PCG).

PCG managing director John Braizer says the move has done little to "address the deep...

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Posted on 28 November 2008 - Comments

Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is likely to look more closely at the role and practices for umbrella companies in the coming months, it has been claimed.

Writing for Shout 99, freelancer expert Bob Jones warned that a...

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Posted on 27 November 2008 - Comments

Individuals wishing to work in business may be better entering the workplace early rather than studying for a degree with no practical relevance to the sector, it has been suggested.

John Dunsmure, managing director of the...

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