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This section contains the bulk of our news items relating to IT contracting in general. Specific news can also be found in sections such as IR35/ IR591 and Jobs. Cameron favours small IT contractorsTory leader says the state's IT contractor base should include fewer 'big players.' Jul 3, 2009 Baby Boomers – time to cash in pensions? Tony Harris from IFAs ContractorMoney explains that baby boomers have an important decision to make regarding their pensions. Jul 1, 2009 Contractors' Questions: Any IR35 risk to 'pre-employment’ survey? One IT contractor worries about the IR35 implications of a 'pre-employment' form. Jul 1, 2009 Lloyds 'uses Indian staff to undercut UK IT contractor pay' Hundreds of techies being imported to replace and undercut IT contractors in the UK, says LGU. Jun 30, 2009 The Itch: June; Digital dithering amid IT jobs meltdown Digital Britain hears contractors loudly proclaiming its phenomenal success. Meanwhile, job markets collapse, rates plummet and High-Definition goes Light-Entertainment. Jun 26, 2009 Lloyds cuts IT contractor pay rates Bank repeats its offer to IT contractors: 'put up or get out.' Jun 24, 2009 'Well-paid IT contractors are not vulnerable' Government told to direct 'equal treatment' law at those who need it. Jun 23, 2009 ID card deal shelved as Tories brace its bidders A showpiece contract is delayed amid warnings to the frontrunners about its risks. Jun 22, 2009 IT contractor petitions No10 on security clearance Freelance techies called to help 'change IT contracting forever.' Jun 19, 2009 Agency rules 'opt-out' must stay, say contractors Limited company freelancers want to stay outside of 'cumbersome' regulations. Jun 18, 2009 How the taxman might cost IT contractors An accountant reveals the tax traps that IT contractors should beware. Jun 12, 2009 'Intra-company transfers undercut UK pay rates' IT staffing body signals the likes of BT are hurting contractors’ prospects. Jun 12, 2009 'Boost of hope' for kidnapped IT consultant The freeing of an Iraqi militant gives hope to the family of a British techie. Jun 11, 2009 When IT freelancers stop the job search IT contracting experts ponder 'the right time' to avoid looking for new roles. Jun 10, 2009 Recession rubbished 'final' IT budgets Executives reigned in their tech spending as the recession hit. Jun 10, 2009 Ex-Met chief 'in the clear' over IT deals Britain’s former top cop expected to beat charges of dodgy IT contract dealing. Jun 8, 2009 Conservatives refuse to back IR35 repeal move MP’s motion to repeal IR35 receives muted support from Conservative MPs – but does have cross-party backing. Jun 5, 2009 Contractors' Questions: Overseas contract - what is my UK tax burden? Capital Consulting offer guidance on a new Microsoft contract in Belgium. Jun 5, 2009 IT contractors must plan for VAT changes European VAT reforms will change how IT suppliers do business. Jun 5, 2009 Visa rules being abused to bring in offshore IT staff, investigation claims A BBC Radio 4 investigation claims IT companies are bending visa rules to undercut UK contractors. Jun 4, 2009 
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