Whether you’ve just taken out a professional indemnity policy or you’re shopping for new business insurance, chances are you’ve come…
Employer’s liability insurance isn’t just a box to tick – it’s a legal safeguard that protects businesses and their employees,…
Jury duty if you’re self-employed can be the last thing you need. If you’re a freelancer or contractor and a…
Earlier this month Kingsbridge brought together a panel of industry experts to discuss the implications of the government’s new JSL…
Big changes to the world of work have been on the horizon for a while and the Royal Assent of…
Insurance sounds like a good idea, but how do you know what insurance you need as a tradesman? No two…
As tool theft continues to dominate headlines and social feeds, many tradespeople are no longer relying on standard security –…
However big or small your construction project is, contract works insurance could be a lifesaver if something happens. When you’re…
The world of contractor insurance can sometimes be a little confusing to navigate. Everywhere you look there are people telling…
As a contractor, you’ll find that clients and agencies will often insist that you hold adequate insurance before you undertake…
Contractor insurance comes with a lot of related jargon and we understand that it’s easy to become bogged down in…
Much ink has been spilled, including by us here at Kingsbridge HQ, about the all new single-party Tory government that…
We’re big fans of a good list here at Kingsbridge HQ. It’s lucky for us, then, that the lovely people…
Our friends at Lexoo have put together a great piece on non-compete clauses and how best to deal with them.…
Trust is a remarkable thing, especially in the world of contracting. If a client trusts you and the quality of…
It has been well reported that the UK is the midst of a significant, and potentially disastrous, skills shortage. News…
New figures released have indicated that the number of individuals entering the contractor and freelancer community has dramatically increased over…
It’s no secret that the petroleum industry is exposed to certain, very specific risks. If you’re a freelancer in the…
There has been a healthy increase in total employment figures over the last 5 years, giving us all hope in…
For the last few years HMRC has revealed its top ‘oddest’ excuses they receive for the submission of late tax…
We’ve written about IR35 before; the tax and National Insurance legislation that affects freelance contractors operating as limited companies. Aimed…
You’ve established yourself as a freelance contractor; you’ve networked, you’ve set up your home office, and you’ve completed your first…
Life as an engineering contractor comes with its ups and downs. For every stretch away from your family there is…
Without a doubt, the oil and gas industry is one of the most important and lucrative industries in the world.…
Humans. We’re logical creatures, aren’t we? Think of how far we have advanced past our closest relatives in the animal…
LinkedIn is an indispensable tool for any professional, giving you the ability to introduce your CV and career goals to…
David Cameron has recently announced his support of Fracking in the UK, yet there are still many protests taking place…
We’ve already looked at the new legislation regarding false self-employment and how it could affect contractors but we thought we’d…
The Finance Bill 2014 has now been published, setting in motion the changes to tax law which were announced in…
We keep hearing about the worsening crisis of skills shortages in the UK, especially in the Oil and Gas and…
Many freelancers and contractors face a certain level of uncertainty surrounding their finances. Variations in what and when you get…
Making the decision to begin freelancing is definitely not one to be taken lightly. However, there are certainly a lot of…
We know that marketing for contractors can be tough if you’re trying to pull together interest on your own. This…
Getting a mortgage can be slightly trickier for contractors than for permanent employees, so having a good contractor mortgage lender…
As a contractor you probably want to jump at every work opportunity that comes your way, though realistically you should probably…
Having a blog is a great way to keep your clients and the world at large updated on what you’re…
You probably know the feeling. You have a meeting with a client; learn their work goals, complete the work and…
Your monthly round-up of August’s top contractor news. Small and Medium enterprise interest in freelancers is growing. The appeal of…
You’ve found the perfect client. You enjoy the work, you communicate well, and they’re reliable payers. Your existing customers could…
Your monthly round-up of May’s top contractor news. There are so many information sites for Freelancers and Contractors (see our…
It can be hard to keep up with what feels like ever changing regulations and best practices for freelancers and…
We’re constantly reminded that social media is a ‘must’ for a business of any size but, although it sounds easy…
Working as a self-employed contractor may give you freedom to be your own boss, but it also means that you…
1. A jeweller sent in an insurance claim after repairing a customer’s £200 watch he then accidently returned a £10,000…
If you’re considering making the move to a career in Freelancing – Here are some points to consider. There are…
A few simple, practical and effective money saving tips for contractors to help you make the most of your finances.…
Firstly, when freelancing, you need to establish the risks your business faces and your legal obligations. But let’s also consider…
The Chancellor finally brought the speculation around the government’s proposed Controlling Persons legislation to a close when he delivered his…
This morning my local news station reported that today’s top story was ‘rain’. I felt immense sympathy for those who…
It’s been a busy few weeks for KPSol, both in and out of the office. We’ve been raising money for Breast…
Insurance is often required to satisfy certain obligations in a contract between you and your client, but rather than seeing…
The new Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) will come into force later this year and for those keen to be seen…
A noteworthy report for all contractors was issued this month highlighting the importance of holding personal accident insurance. The report…
Most contractors facing an uphill battle to find work within their specific industry, whether they are trawling through job vacancies…
This is the industry’s gold standard for firms of insurance brokers. It confirms that we have satisfied rigorous qualification criteria…
