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Trades 06 Nov 2025

How to prevent tool theft in winter: 7 tips for tradespeople

As the days get shorter and the weather turns colder, some risks become a bigger threat for tradespeople across the UK and knowing how…

Contracting Life 03 Nov 2025

Jury service for self-employed: getting cover for loss of earnings

Jury duty if you’re self-employed can be the last thing you need. If you’re a freelancer or contractor and a…

Contractor Guides 30 Oct 2025

Business insurance for graphic designers: What it covers and why it matters

Insurance for graphic designers is often questioned – why do they need insurance? What are they even covering? One Reddit…

Trades 27 Oct 2025

What is the Theft of Tools of Trade Bill?

If you’re a tradesperson, chances are you’ve either experienced tool theft yourself or know someone who has – and you’ll…

Contractor Guides 20 Oct 2025

Decoding business insurance: common insurance terms explained

Insurance jargon can be like trying to understand another language sometimes. There’s probably plenty of common insurance terms you’ve come…

Partner News 14 Oct 2025

Umbrella tax legislation: What recruitment businesses need to know

New laws aimed at cutting tax fraud and non-compliance in the umbrella company sector are due to come into effect…

Trades 08 Oct 2025

How much is tool insurance for trades?

If you rely on your work tools to get the job done, tool insurance is a smart way to protect…

Contractor Guides 02 Oct 2025

New business checklist: what insurance you need

Starting a business is exciting – but it also comes with risks. Whatever your business, insurance can help protect you…

Contracting Life 25 Sep 2025

Cyber security reports 2025: why businesses should prioritise staying safe online

It’s no secret that online security is a huge factor for businesses big and small. Cyber attacks are becoming more…

Trades 24 Sep 2025

What tradesman business insurance can cover – simplifying policies for tradies

As a tradesman you know your trade inside and out. But when it comes to tradesman insurance, it may seem…

Contractor Guides 16 Sep 2025

How to report cyber crime

A single cyber incident can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and damage trust. In the face of such a threat,…

Contractor Guides 05 Sep 2025

What to do if you’re a cyber attack victim

It’s hard to live in the modern world without being online. But that’s made way for cyber crime. No longer…

Contractor Guides 22 Aug 2025

Cyber security best practices: tips to keep your business safe online

Whether you’re a freelancer, sole trader, contractor or small business owner, understanding and implementing cybersecurity best practices can mean the…

Contractors 11 Aug 2025

Jason Lutz v Ryanair: Pilot’s personal service company was a sham

Having three decorative titles, plus a PSC that’s not strictly a PSC, doesn’t count as self-employment – court rulings.  A…

Contractors 07 Aug 2025

Why it feels like only Labour is IR35’s friend in 2025

The Keir Starmer-led government looks content with the status quo – quite at odds with the people affected by IR35…