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Faster, faster, faster, until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death.
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It is a bit of a shame for all those permies whose annual pay rises were sorted out at the end of last year isn't it?
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That is bad news indeed for UK plc. Rates will have to rise to combat inflation just at a point when the economy needs low rates to stimulate recovery.
Caught between a rock and a hard place.
Unless it is the Treasury's strategy to inflate, in order to reduce debt.Hard Brexit now!
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Originally posted by sasguru View PostRates will have to rise to combat inflation just at a point when the economy needs low rates to stimulate recovery.
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How did this happen? Who's to blame? Well certainly there are those more responsible than others, and they will be held accountable, but again truth be told, if you're looking for the guilty, you need only look into a mirror.
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Originally posted by sasguru View PostUnless it is the Treasury's strategy to inflate, in order to reduce debt.Comment
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Originally posted by sasguru View PostThat is bad news indeed for UK plc. Rates will have to rise to combat inflation just at a point when the economy needs low rates to stimulate recovery.
Caught between a rock and a hard place.
Unless it is the Treasury's strategy to inflate, in order to reduce debt.Rule Number 1 - Assuming that you have a valid contract in place always try to get your poo onto your timesheet, provided that the timesheet is valid for your current contract and covers the period of time that you are billing for.
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Imagine you're relaxing by the beach, and all of a sudden there seems more beach than usual, and on the sand quite far away a couple of flapping fish ...Work in the public sector? Read the IR35 FAQ hereComment
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Originally posted by BlackenedBiker View PostGet ready for the fun to beginComment
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Originally posted by TimberWolf View PostQuestion is, how to weather the storm. Sterling, Euro's, shares, gold, index linked (to phoney inflation figures) investments... Everything seems overpriced and/or risky.Faster, faster, faster, until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death.
Patience is something you admire in the driver behind you and scorn in the one ahead.Comment
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