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PBR - the government plots its revenge for Arctic Systems.

Legal expert: no notice may sound nasty but it helps against IR35.

Take-home pay for contractors could be cut by an average of £10,000.

The Special Commissioners 'have put wishful thinking before the evidence.'

Experts demystify HMRC's foggy guide to 'ambiguous' MSC laws.

In this two-part article, the IT Coach explores the drives that apparently get us out of bed in the morning.

The IT Coach looks at how to make contracting more enjoyable.

An IT contractor's guide to asking for premiums.

An article on Lawspeed's understanding of the proposed legislation, following their meeting with the Treasury in January.

A recent update to the Companies Act means contractors should display regulatory information on communications.

Protect yourself from the devastating effects of serious illness with a Critical Illness policy that pays a lump sum to help fund convalescence, changes to the home or repay your mortgage to relieve pressure on your budget if you cannot work.

A potential tax liability is here, amid fears for the 'whole contracting market.'

Considering the better money and flexible lifestyle it's a surprise more permies aren't turning to contracting. But there's a good reason why they stay where they are.

Making the most of opportunity requires guts, risk and hard work. Do you have what it takes?

Beyond the financial rewards, we explore what motivates a freelance to do their utmost for a client.