We are very proud to announce that our newest TechSPARK partner is IPSE. IPSE is the largest association of independent professionals in the EU, representing 67,000 freelancers, contractors, independent professionals and consultants from every sector of the economy. It’s a not-for-profit organisation with an active and influential voice in both the government and industry to create the stimulus needed for independent professionals and their clients to thrive and prosper.
“The survey results help the Bank of England and other organisations to monitor self-employment in the UK”
IPSE is committed to learning more about self-employment. Armed with more knowledge, they are in a better position to influence policy-makers and create a fairer, friendlier environment for anyone working for themselves. Part of this commitment is IPSE’s quarterly Freelancer Confidence Index survey, which tracks the economic outlook of independent professionals and the self-employed across the UK.
The survey results help the Bank of England and other organisations to monitor self-employment in the UK and ensure appropriate measures are taken to encourage its growth.
The survey for this quarter is now open for you to complete until 4 October 2015. It will only take a few minutes of your time and you will be in with a chance of winning one of ten £50 Amazon vouchers!
To start the Freelance Confidence Index survey click here. You can find out more about IPSE and what it can do for you at the IPSE website.
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Shona Wright
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