In Labour’s first budget in 14 years, the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, announced tax changes intended to raise billions of pounds to fund investment in public services such as transport, housing and the NHS. Whilst individuals will not be subject to tax rises themselves, as promised...
Contract work is becoming increasingly popular because of its flexibility and autonomy. However, navigating the complexities of contractor rights and entitlements can be daunting. This blog aims to demystify these aspects and empower contractors with the knowledge they need to make informed career decisions. Understanding contractor...
As a contractor, freelancer, or locum, you need to be adaptable, as the only constant is change. Future-proofing your career ensures you remain relevant, in demand, and financially secure in the face of industry shifts. This blog will empower you with actionable strategies to navigate...
The gig economy, “a way of working that is based on people having temporary jobs or doing separate pieces of work, each paid separately, rather than working for an employer” (Cambridge Dictionary), has been with us since around 2009 and has revolutionised how many of...
Here at i4, we talk about compliance a lot. That is because it’s at the heart of everything we do for our recruitment partners and our hard-working contractors. But it’s also because we’re big fans of old-fashioned values such as fairness, integrity and honesty, and...
If you look back at all our blogs over the last 12 months one common theme runs through them all – the importance of compliance. Here we break down compliance essentials for contractors and recruiters and remind you of how vital it is in all...
Many people’s personal finances have taken a hit in the last couple of years with the rising cost of living, high inflation, and food, fuel and energy bills spiralling. It’s no wonder, then, that increasing numbers of people are turning to contracting to achieve a...
HMRC has recently issued new guidance for recruiters who work with umbrella companies to protect their businesses and their contractors from non-compliant companies. The guidance covers how recruiters can stay within the law, support their contractors and reduce their own risk, and one common theme...
Much has happened over the last 12 months – we have had a coronation, a cancellation and a Covid-19 inquiry. As 2023 comes to an end and we head into a new year, we look ahead to anticipate what 2024 might bring for contractors, recruiters...
As the seasons turn and we look forward to a brand new year, we cast our minds ahead to try and predict what will be the most popular contracting roles in 2024. Contracting as a career There are 32.88 million working people in the UK (May to...
