Business & Finance
2026: M&A to boost deal flow and specialist recruitment
Industry consultants, legal and HR specialists in M&A and company integrations could see increased demand as early as Q1 2026 The tide is turning f...
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Whitehall recruiting high-level science advisors
A recruitment drive by the Government Office for Science could open doors for independent consultants and academics to influence national policy wi...
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Discover how freelance UK SEO specialists are charging higher rates in 2026
As natural language queries rise, a new freelance role is emerging. Learn why AI Search Consulting is the highest-margin opportunity for UK markete...
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Two-tier talent remote working war: where do freelancers and fixed-term contractors fit in?
The work-from-home “privilege” has come to an end for many workers. Should freelancers be prepared for the same? According to recent reports from g...
Freelance Informer templates
Template: Request for remote work (freelancer status clarification)
According to reports from global recruitment firm Randstad, the era of universal remote work is ending. Therefore, before writing a client request ...
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2026: Fractional and project-based roles top choice for hiring companies
In this article, we highlight which roles and industries will be hiring in 2026 Fractional and project-based roles are becoming the preferred choic...
Startups
5 home service business ideas for smoother-running households
If you are looking to launch a business that changes lives while providing a healthy income, here are five home service business ideas and suggeste...
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The rise of the “internal gig” could leave freelancers, recruiters and temps out of work
Large corporations are turning to their own staff to fill short-term projects, creating a new 'internal marketplace' that threatens freelancers, te...
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New path for young Brits to find themselves? UK military unveils new paid ‘gap year’ for under 25s
A new Armed Forces Foundation Scheme will allow young people to experience military life for 12 months with a salary, other benefits and no long-te...
Lifestyle
KFC just beat Pret for nutrition—and it's not even close
Learn how branding has fooled us and which chains are actually offering healthier options at a fraction of the price. For example, Greggs' £1.45 po...
Freelancer Finance
Who does their tax return on Christmas Day and why?
The turkey is in the oven, the Queen's Speech is queued up on iPlayer, and Auntie Maureen has just asked the same question, for the third time, abo...
Contractors
Leonardo threatens UK exit: 12,000 jobs at risk as ageing military fleet falls behind Europe
SPECIAL REPORT: DEFENCE Britain's last helicopter manufacturer warns of complete withdrawal from UK operations as the Ministry of Defence delays on...
IR35
The Bryan Robson case: What every UK freelancer needs to know about image rights and IR35
Learn how the Bryan Robson IR35 case affects freelancers working through limited companies. Understand image rights, contract requirements, and how...
Cost of Living
Could an electric blanket really save you £4,000 this winter? The heating alternatives that cost 98% less than central heating
As energy bills continue to squeeze household budgets, new research reveals how switching from central heating to targeted warming methods could sl...
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People may wonder: Is a US President held to the same defamation legal standards as the rest of us?
As social media blurs the lines between political/official and personal commentary, the question remains whether defamation protections, crafted in...