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Freelancing News Freelance staff 'relatively pessimistic'
Survey: Things will get worse – for freelancing and the economy.
Jul 3, 2009 | Freelancing News


Marketing/PR news Gazprom's marketers blurt out 'Nigaz'
Russian energy giant offers a case study in how not to fuse names.
Jul 2, 2009 | Marketing/PR news


Freelancing News Blog of a first time freelancer

The testimonials debate.
Jul 1, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News Exposé on corporate pig farming is finally broadcast
More4’s new eco-warrior takes on a corporation for the good of pigs, the planet and people.
Jul 1, 2009 | Freelancing News


Money News Taxman gets new power to trace debtors
£300 penalties loom for not helping HMRC find its targets.
Jun 30, 2009 | Money News


Freelancing News Website: Happiness is just a click away
Reminder to gloomy Brits - you are 'here for a good time, not for a long time.'
Jun 29, 2009 | Freelancing News


Journalism News Lastminute.com looks for travel reporter
Trip website reserves its five-star offer for the unemployed.
Jun 26, 2009 | Journalism News


Journalism News Freelance photographer held in Tehran
Briton freelancing for a US newspaper is hit by Iran's media crackdown.
Jun 25, 2009 | Journalism News


Freelancing News Blog of a first time freelancer

Do you have any juggling tips?

Jun 24, 2009 | Freelancing News


Photography News Digital shuts down Kodachrome
Film icon is forced into retirement after a run of 74 years.
Jun 24, 2009 | Photography News


Technology News iPhone users urged to upgrade to 3.0
Some Apple users must pay to keep their device secure.
Jun 23, 2009 | Technology News


Technology News 'Broadband tax’ to fund ‘Digital Britain’
A new £150m tax take will ensure the digital upgrade includes everyone.
Jun 22, 2009 | Technology News


Freelancing News Website wants home-workers in PJs
An online portal is capturing the reality of pyjama-clad professionals.
Jun 19, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News Blogger loses his fight to stay anonymous
High Court rules bloggers have no right to keep their identities secret.
Jun 18, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News Blog of a first time freelancer

Staying healthy as a homeworker.

Jun 17, 2009 | Freelancing News


Journalism News Call to brave freelance camera workers
Freelancers' event will spotlight those who run the ultimate risk for news.
Jun 17, 2009 | Journalism News


Technology News MPs unite for video games industry
Computer games captains win more of a voice in Whitehall.
Jun 16, 2009 | Technology News


Money News How the taxman might cost freelancers
An accountant reveals the tax traps that freelancers should beware.
Jun 15, 2009 | Money News


Freelancing News Freelancers' Questions: Any IR35 risk to winding up?
Expert's take on whether dissolving your 'Ltd' will put you on the Revenue's radar.
Jun 12, 2009 | Freelancing News


Money News Taxman causing 'unsatisfactory' delays
Accountants say HMRC's efficiency drive has made it less efficient.
Jun 11, 2009 | Money News


Freelancing News Freelance creatives face a bumpy ride until 2010
The economic storm is clouding the UK’s intention of hiring more creative freelancers.
Jun 10, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News Blog of a first time freelancer

Are you homeing from work?

Jun 10, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News 'Recession poses Creative Britain a greater challenge'
Minister: 'A lot has changed' since my vow to mainstream the creative industry.
Jun 9, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News Freelancers' Questions: how do I claim for my article?
How to respond when your work is published without your permission.
Jun 8, 2009 | Freelancing News


Marketing/PR news Skint student's bright advertising idea
Enterprising student launches inventive website to fund MBA.
Jun 5, 2009 | Marketing/PR news


Freelancing News Tina Brown: We must save journalism, not newspapers
The debate moves on, says ex-editor of Tatler.
Jun 4, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News Blog of a first time freelancer

Would you rent workspace?

Jun 3, 2009 | Freelancing News


Marketing/PR news Business building: tips from the top
Christian Arno, founder of Lingo24, on online marketing and cost-effective growth.
Jun 3, 2009 | Marketing/PR news


Freelancing News Improved access to training needed for micro-businesses
Call for a skills council for micro businesses to improve access to training.
Jun 2, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News Now could be the ideal time to start a new business
Lower costs and new opportunities aid success for unique start-ups.
Jun 1, 2009 | Freelancing News


Journalism News Media staff are worst binge-drinkers
The sector's staff knock back six bottles more than their nearest rivals.
May 29, 2009 | Journalism News


Freelancing News 'Raise prices even if it loses you clients'
Businesses with a distinctive offering urged not to drop their rates.
May 28, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News Blog of a first time freelancer

Keeping clients happy.

May 27, 2009 | Freelancing News


IR35 News IR35 tax take falls short at £1.5m
Revealed: the state’s 'pitiful' annual return from enforcing IR35.
May 27, 2009 | IR35 News


Money News Healthier firms 'take their own advice'
Looking outside for input can take your eye of the bottom line – study.
May 26, 2009 | Money News


Design news Google goes lowercase blue
Search giant’s new product logo to 'streamline user experience.'
May 22, 2009 | Design news


Technology News New Trojan claims half of all website infections
Website owners face the widest spread threat for more than a year.
May 21, 2009 | Technology News


Freelancing News Blog of a first time freelancer

Freelance recession survival guide.
May 20, 2009 | Freelancing News


Freelancing News 'Bedroom start-up' has 3,000 freelancers
Translation tycoon speaks up about how he made it.
May 20, 2009 | Freelancing News


Marketing/PR news £12.5bn to refocus the London eye
Makeover experts to prepare the capital’s big wheel for the Olympics.
May 19, 2009 | Marketing/PR news


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