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ContractorCalculator: Contracting news in brief

News this week includes IT growth spurt; oil and gas investment; contracting news from Davos; tax return and VAT deadlines; and weak manufacturing.

Yesterday. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 | Other

Contracting abroad: the most competitive countries for contractors

Contractors considering an overseas contract can research their target countries using the World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Report.

This week. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 | Contracting Overseas

Pension drawdown explained for contractors

Contractors may find pension drawdown offers a flexible solution suited to their contracting lifestyle, explains Andrew Gains of ContractorFinancials.

This week. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 | Pensions

Contractor Doctor: Can my agent withhold £10k based on 17-year-old restrictions?

Restrictive clauses appearing to stop contractors contracting direct may not apply if they pre-date the Conduct Regs, says Roger Sinclair of Egos.

This week. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractors from abroad keep the UK highly skilled, competitive and opportunity-rich

Inward migration of contractors benefits the UK contracting sector, offers contracting clients choice and keeps our flexible workforce competitive.

This week. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 | Dave's Blog

ContractorCalculator: Contracting news in brief

Last week: Fri, 20 Jan 2012 | Other

AWR’s impact on contracting has so far been minor, but a Y2K moment could be looming

Last week: Thu, 19 Jan 2012 | Dave's Blog

Contractor guide to negotiating personal tax payments on account with HMRC

Last week: Wed, 18 Jan 2012 | Tax Issues

Contracting and an independent Scotland might mix as well as a good malt with Irn-Bru

Last week: Tue, 17 Jan 2012 | Dave's Blog

IT and engineering contractor demand keeps Scottish contract market buoyant

Last week: Mon, 16 Jan 2012 | Market Stats

ContractorCalculator: Contracting news in brief

Two weeks ago: Fri, 13 Jan 2012 | Other

Money management for contractors

Two weeks ago: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 | Contracting

ContractorCalculator: Contracting news in brief

News this week includes IT growth spurt; oil and gas investment; contracting news from Davos; tax return and VAT deadlines; and weak manufacturing.

Yesterday. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 | Other

ContractorCalculator: Contracting news in brief

News this week includes Scotland’s contract market; financial IT boost; SMEs and contracting; prospects for oil and gas; and marketing spend increase.

Last week. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 | Other

IT and engineering contractor demand keeps Scottish contract market buoyant

IT and engineering contractor demand helps keep the Scottish contract market from a marked contraction with Aberdeen leading on temp billings & pay

Last week. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 | Market Stats

ContractorCalculator: Contracting news in brief

News this week includes contractor demand increases; AWR impact imminent; financial IT prospects; deal-making in HMRC disputes; and new FCSA member.

Two weeks ago. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 | Other

Contractor demand in core contracting disciplines ends 2011 on a high

Contractor demand in engineering and IT continued to grow in December 2011, according to the latest reports from KPMG/REC and Monster.

Two weeks ago. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 | Market Stats

Contracting in 2011: its major events and the lessons for contractors in 2012

Two weeks ago: Mon, 09 Jan 2012 | Other

ContractorCalculator: Contracting news in brief

Three Weeks ago: Fri, 06 Jan 2012 | Other

ContractorCalculator Market Report January 2012

Three Weeks ago: Tue, 03 Jan 2012 | Market Stats

ContractorCalculator: Contracting news in brief

Last December: Fri, 23 Dec 2011 | Other

Contractors planning to use ESC C16 should do so before £25K cap starts in March 2012

Last December: Mon, 19 Dec 2011 | Tax Issues

ContractorCalculator: Contracting news in brief

Last December: Fri, 16 Dec 2011 | Other

Key facts overlooked in JLJ Services IR35 ruling: contractor ‘sets record straight’

Last December: Wed, 14 Dec 2011 | IR35

Contractor Doctor: Can my agent withhold £10k based on 17-year-old restrictions?

Restrictive clauses appearing to stop contractors contracting direct may not apply if they pre-date the Conduct Regs, says Roger Sinclair of Egos.

This week. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: How much income should I save for holidays and sickness?

Contractors don’t receive sick pay or get paid for holidays, so need to plan their finances to take into account expected, and unexpected, time off.

Two weeks ago. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor doctor: can I be forced to take time off for xmas?

Unless your contract specifies that you are expected to have periods of suspension, there is no reason why you should be obliged to take time off.

Last December. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor doctor: how can I avoid a gap when going from permie to contracting?

Advises a reader how to make a smooth transition from permie to contracting without a gap in working.

Last December. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: Can my limited company pay for counselling?

Contractors can pay for certain types of counselling without attracting a Benefit in Kind tax charge or employer’s National Insurance Contributions.

Last December. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: Can I run my contracting business through two different companies?

Last November: Tue, 29 Nov 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: Can my client refuse to pay me on the basis they’ve not been paid?

Last November: Mon, 21 Nov 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: What hardcopy paperwork must I keep for my limited company?

Last November: Mon, 14 Nov 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: Am I allowed to use other agencies?

Last November: Thu, 10 Nov 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: Can I still claim for childcare costs through my limited company?

Last October: Mon, 31 Oct 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: Do I need an employment contract with my limited company?

Last October: Tue, 25 Oct 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: Client won’t renew after 2 years fearing employment rights

Last October: Mon, 10 Oct 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contracting abroad: the most competitive countries for contractors

Contractors considering an overseas contract can research their target countries using the World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Report.

This week. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 | Contracting Overseas

Pension drawdown explained for contractors

Contractors may find pension drawdown offers a flexible solution suited to their contracting lifestyle, explains Andrew Gains of ContractorFinancials.

This week. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 | Pensions

Contractor Doctor: Can my agent withhold £10k based on 17-year-old restrictions?

Restrictive clauses appearing to stop contractors contracting direct may not apply if they pre-date the Conduct Regs, says Roger Sinclair of Egos.

This week. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor guide to negotiating personal tax payments on account with HMRC

Contractors experiencing a sudden fall in income might need to reduce their payments on account with HMRC explains James Abbott of Baker Watkin.

Last week. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 | Tax Issues

Money management for contractors

Money management is a key skill for successful limited company contractors. The basics are straightforward and easy to pick up.

Two weeks ago. Thu, 12 Jan 2012 | Contracting

Contractor Doctor: How much income should I save for holidays and sickness?

Two weeks ago: Tue, 10 Jan 2012 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Top ten contractor questions to ask a specialist contractor accountant

Three Weeks ago: Thu, 05 Jan 2012 | Limited Companies

Contracting mindset tips: you’re responsible for managing your career, not the client

Three Weeks ago: Wed, 04 Jan 2012 | Contracting Mindset Tips

Contractor doctor: can I be forced to take time off for xmas?

Last December: Thu, 22 Dec 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor doctor: how can I avoid a gap when going from permie to contracting?

Last December: Wed, 21 Dec 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Contractor Doctor: Can my limited company pay for counselling?

Last December: Tue, 13 Dec 2011 | Contractor Doctor Q+A

Avoiding rate cuts by clients: anti-rate reduction letter template for contractors

Last December: Mon, 12 Dec 2011 | Contractor Sales