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Expert calls for start-up loan age cap to be repealed
21 May 2013 read >>Prime Minister David Cameron’s enterprise advisor has said that the current age cap affecting who can apply for start-up loans should be scrapped. The move would allow anyone wanting to start a company to benefit from an investment injection, boosting both the new business and the economy. Currently, the start-up loan scheme has an age cap of 30, meaning that no one over that age can apply ......
Overseas territories urged to sign up for tax treaty
21 May 2013 read >>Prime Minister David Cameron has said that British overseas territories need to sign up for tax treaties to ensure that those trying to avoid paying their tax debt are not able to do so. In a clear statement to ten crown dependencies and territories, Mr Cameron told places such as the Isle of Man and Cayman Islands to “get their house in order”. Many overseas territories operate with low t......
REC suggest optimistic outlook for workers during 2013
20 May 2013 read >>The Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) have said that, despite the latest data, those looking for work and new contracts should be optimistic about the months ahead. Recent figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed that unemployment had actually grown in the past few months. However, with many employers looking to expand their workforce, business confidence should re......
Shell argue that oil market regulations will push up costs
20 May 2013 read >>Contractors sometimes have a hard time affording the fuel that is so often a vital part of travelling between clients and ensuring that a business prospers. Now, as experts have revealed that the oil market needs regulating to ensure transparency, Shell has said that such a proposition would push costs up for consumers. Freelancers have to battle many expenses, including contractor tax and fuel b......
UK contractors to benefit from shale gas acceleration
17 May 2013 read >>Contractors working in Britain’s energy industry are likely to benefit as the government revealed that they are to accelerate the UK shale gas programme. It has been expressed that 2014 will see the government open a 14th round of onshore licensing, giving energy companies the ability to secure land for future gas or oil extraction.Developing the energy sector is high on the British government’s l......
Contractors to face high energy costs
17 May 2013 read >>It has been revealed that the long winter and soaring energy prices are to hit British individuals hard, with many people expecting to see their utility bills skyrocket as a result. For contractors using a take home pay calculator to ensure that they are earning enough, factoring in the higher gas and electricity tariffs is essential.In the latest reports from the industry, it has been revealed th......
Growth for British economy but inflation to remain high
16 May 2013 read >>New predictions have been unveiled by the Bank of England, who said that whilst they are now expecting sustained growth for the UK, inflation rates are likely to remain high. Talking of the state of the British economy, the bank said that 2013’s second quarter should see 0.5 per cent growth. However, recovery is expected to remain turbulent and inflation is unlikely to drop any time soon. B......
Demand for housing at highest level since 2009
16 May 2013 read >>There is a new report that shows that housing demand is higher than ever and has now reached its highest point since 2009. With renewed interest in the sector, some contractors might be considering putting their homes on the market once again. For such individuals, making use of contractor accountants will be essential to ensure that any profit gains are correctly recorded in their books to remain......
Consumers warned about Green Deal fraudsters
15 May 2013 read >>It has been revealed that fraudsters are taking advantage of the government’s Green Deal scheme to take money from unsuspecting homeowners who think they are going to get home improvements as a result. The Green Deal was set up to allow individuals to access energy-saving improvements, such as loft insulation, with no upfront costs. However, fraudsters are taking cash in hand by saying people need......
New patent bill to protect companies
15 May 2013 read >>Protecting new products, services and intellectual rights is vital if small and innovative companies are to thrive against their competitors. With many people worried about their creations being stolen, it is essential that items be safeguarded as quickly as possible. Now the government has revealed that a new Intellectual Property Bill might be passed to ensure that people are protected and that ......
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