Blair backs Directive that 'potentially excludes' limited company contractors.

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The government is facing tough opposition from professional bodies of the IT industry over fears its controversial EU Agency Workers Directive could harm the contract market.

The perfect contract's come up and you've got an interview. But hang on, when was the last time you actually went for an interview? Jenrick CPI brings you a comprehensive candidate check-list.

Dave Smith of Accountax, who represented Mike Ansell at the Special Commissioner's, provides analysis on why the Revenue were defeated, even though there were relatively few 'in business on your own account' factors.

Suggestions that the Government will support a European Union Directive giving temporary workers equal rights would undermine the flexibility of contracting, according to Giant.

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Stung by IR35, IT contractors now contend with ambiguous Opt-out rules hitting professionals at the heart of contracted business. Contractor UK grills legal specialist, Brookson, on how controversial Employment rules govern your role as an IT contractor.

Welcome to CUK's guide to S660 and 'income shifting'. Section 660a or S660a has been around for many years but the Government (being short of a bob or two billion) has decided to re-examine this rule and apply it to tax 'husband and wife' companies.

Egos offers advice on how either opting in or out of the employment rules could affect you as a contractor.

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