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Companies exploit exclusions to dodge effects of AWR
15/05/2012An average cost increase of around 10% has been seen since the regulations were implemented, with some organisations reporting a rises between 25% - 50%.
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Olympic games Vs AWR
15/05/2012As I’m sure we’re all aware the Olympic games are coming up this summer in London and with the games fast approaching, companies are looking to bolster their temporary workforce in order to cope with the Olympic summer.
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HMRC to introduce new IR35 test
26/04/2012HMRC are set to introduce 6 ‘IR35 scenarios’ to help limited company contractors determine their IR35 status. HMRC’s decision to review the controversial legislation came after many, within the industry, questioned its ambiguity.
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Workers performance: The real impact of temporary agency employees
17/04/2012On Friday morning The Telegraph printed an article titled ‘Temporary workers harm health and wealth of permanent staff, claims NIESR’. In the article, the London-based newspaper fashioned its report on the findings of a study produced by the National Institute of Economic and Social Research.
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High numbers of contract workers remain unaware of tax saving services
12/04/2012The UK is said to have over 1.4 million skilled temporary workers, however Danbro, a specialist firm of contractor accountants believe that a high percentage remain unaware of the tax saving services that they could benefit from.
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AWR costs force 17% of employers to opt for Swedish Derogation
11/04/2012A recent survey by Law firm Eversheds reveals almost one in five employers opted for the Swedish Derogation model in a bid to mitigate against the effects of the Agency Workers Regulations.
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Employer confidence is highest in 12 months.
28/03/2012According to a survey of 200 companies carried out by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and researchers Market Shape, employer confidence rose in February to its highest level in 12 months.
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Contractors recognised by leading business figure for the benefits they offer
06/03/2012Dave Coplin, Director of Envisioning at Microsoft UK, has been quoted highlighting the benefits that the flexible workforce can offer to businesses in the UK.
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Adecco findings hint at Recruitment market ‘bounce back’
28/02/2012According to Adecco, the quantity of job advertisements posted this year has increased; suggesting the employment sector is showing signs of growth and recovery.
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Government is set to‘re-energise’ Britain’s oil and gas sector.
28/02/2012Business Secretary, Vince Cable, has said that the Government is preparing to offer targeted support for Britain’s oil and gas sector as part of a new and ‘proper industrial policy’.
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Voice of freelancing seeks to make clear AWR untruths
17/02/2012The Agency Workers Regulations have proven to be a stumbling block for people working in recruitment since they were introduced on 1st October 2011.
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Tribunal fees to deter AWR claims
21/12/2011The first wave of temporary workers reaching their 12 week period under the agency workers regulations will fall on the 24th December.
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Hardship funds opens for Bombardier staff.
21/12/2011Redundant Bombardier staff can now apply for hardship fund payments after losing the £1.4 billion Thameslink contract.
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What does the Autumn budget mean for contractors?
06/12/2011As the UK recovers from the most severe financial crisis in generations, the Autumn Statement 2011 could only focus on one objective; strengthening the economy.
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Important Notification – Christmas & New Year Period
06/12/2011Over the Christmas period Danbro’s telephones will be switched off from 5pm on Friday the 23rd December 2011 until 9am on Tuesday the 3th January 2012. However, we will endeavour to respond to all voicemails and emails sent during this time.