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by pyke
Sun Mar 13, 2011 1:37 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Early Extensions: Tightening the noose
Replies: 86
Views: 101550

theroyale wrote:My Tier-1 expires Feb 2012. In the current uncertain climate would it make sense for me to apply for an extension before April 2011? Are there others who are thinking about doing this?
I would really appreciate some advice or thoughts on that as I am seriously considering doing that too.
by pyke
Sun Mar 13, 2011 1:22 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Contracting though an umbrella company - extension evidence
Replies: 7
Views: 1601

Thank you.
by pyke
Sat Mar 12, 2011 6:06 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Contracting though an umbrella company - extension evidence
Replies: 7
Views: 1601

Contracting though an umbrella company - extension evidence

According to the guidance, If the applicant is a contractor who does not operate either through his/her own company or as an employee, he/she may provide an accountant’s letter confirming a breakdown of his/her gross and net earnings for the period claimed and personal bank statements clearly high...
by pyke
Tue Mar 01, 2011 10:39 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Tier 1 - First Extension
Replies: 3
Views: 807

n_sujay wrote:The information is not present in the link you have shared.
It is.
by pyke
Tue Aug 03, 2010 11:10 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Different modes of contracting?
Replies: 7
Views: 1810

Different modes of contracting?

PAYE, umbrella companies and limited companies all have different hourly rates, costs and nett rates. I would appreciate some input and advice from those with experience contracting on which route is the most cost-effective, gives the best nett rates and the least complicated for someone who may be ...
by pyke
Tue Aug 03, 2010 10:49 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: UK Job Market is getting better!!
Replies: 44
Views: 11974

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by pyke
Tue Aug 03, 2010 10:49 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: UK Job Market is getting better!!
Replies: 44
Views: 11974

as for part time jobs, i'm in london and have been searching for a few months, even those have so much competition. i either never hear at all or mostly get regret letters. i remember i once applied to work as a customer service assistant in our local boots pharmacy store, i got a response from the...
by pyke
Tue Aug 03, 2010 10:30 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Tier 1 status in CV
Replies: 11
Views: 3202

...the first page would be from your filled details regarding the Date of Birth, Work Permit held etc. Shepherd Sorry Shepherd but I have to contradict based on personal experience. :) The only personal details to mention on first page of CV is your email ID and contact Number nothing more. All oth...
by pyke
Tue Aug 03, 2010 10:05 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: how to save tax in UK
Replies: 19
Views: 5679

kenfrapin wrote:Slough is not good.
Why's that? I'm curious.
by pyke
Tue Aug 03, 2010 10:00 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Part time work suggestions...
Replies: 3
Views: 1152

Re: Part time work suggestions...

destiniation_london wrote:I am aware of survey sites but dont really want to do them as you get very few surveys and they never worked for me (i never got any money from them ever).
I agree. They're awful. Signing up is time consuming and everytime I attempted to do one I was informed that it was full.
by pyke
Wed Jun 30, 2010 7:24 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Finally got a Contract..
Replies: 6
Views: 1685

Re: Finally got a Contract..

coolsats wrote: 2) How much can i expect after deductions.
As Idea suggested, there are calculators available that will help you calculate the exact amount you can get after deductions, but it is significantly less after deductions.
by pyke
Wed Jun 30, 2010 2:27 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Applying for a National Insurance number.
Replies: 3
Views: 1840

Great I have received my postal application but there's a section for dates in and out of the UK, which is a bit of a problem for me as I do not have my old passports with me and have been in and out many times. There must be others who have faced a similar predicament? My question is whether approx...
by pyke
Thu Jun 24, 2010 11:31 am
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Which are the better newspapers for job advertisements?
Replies: 4
Views: 958

hahaha.... thanks. Though I must admit I'm surprised, I expected at least the broadsheet newspapers to have some decent advertisements. I couldn't really find any though.
by pyke
Tue Jun 22, 2010 8:08 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Which are the better newspapers for job advertisements?
Replies: 4
Views: 958

Which are the better newspapers for job advertisements?

Thought it might be worthwhile to buy newspapers regularly for the classifieds. Which are typically the better ones for job advertisements e.g. the ones with more advertisements or which attract advertisements from the larger companies?

Or should I not bother with newspapers at all?

Thank you.
by pyke
Mon Jun 14, 2010 6:28 am
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Applying for a National Insurance number.
Replies: 3
Views: 1840

That does make sense. Thank you, John!
by pyke
Sun Jun 13, 2010 5:03 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Applying for a National Insurance number.
Replies: 3
Views: 1840

Applying for a National Insurance number.

What documents are required to apply for an NI number at JobCentres for a jobseeker? The quantity of documents listed on http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/MoneyTaxAndBenefits/BenefitsTAxCreditsAndOtherSupport/BeginnersGuideToBenefits/DG_10014073 for proof of identity is rather subjective. Can someone with...
by pyke
Wed Jun 02, 2010 8:03 am
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: References for New Job
Replies: 3
Views: 965

Annoying, isn't it? I get that too from some agents.

Trouble is, some may have genuine vacancies despite being hardwired to fish. I once refused to disclose those details to an agency which subsequently arranged to send me to a company I had already been sent to by another agency. It got messy.
by pyke
Wed Jun 02, 2010 7:47 am
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Polish workers in UK, why Agencies tread us the same?
Replies: 26
Views: 7572

OP, What does being Polish have to do with it? You may be surprised, but things are tough on a lot of people, you're not alone there. Many of us find ourselves out of decent employment too. I will assume that most of your rant is due to frustration and not some ingrained prejudices and controversial...
by pyke
Tue Jun 01, 2010 11:05 am
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Multiple entries and chest x-ray requirements
Replies: 2
Views: 775

Thank you, I'd really rather not go through the hassle of another x-ray.

I was given the all clear at the time of screening and I'm not from one of the countries listed in the TB thread

http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewto ... c&start=20
by pyke
Tue Jun 01, 2010 10:54 am
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Multiple entries and chest x-ray requirements
Replies: 2
Views: 775

Multiple entries and chest x-ray requirements

I'm on a Tier 1 General visa which allows multiple entries. On my initial entry, I was sent to Health Control at Heathrow where they did a checkup and x-ray - I had not brought one with me as it was a short one week trip for personal reasons but despite showing them my return ticket and hotel reserv...
by pyke
Sun May 30, 2010 9:20 am
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: I am planning to Travel UK on July end.
Replies: 11
Views: 2523

Quality in life better in the UK - this is very very subjective and depends on the individual planning a career move out here. Most Tier 1 skilled migrants tend to leave good jobs and come here for the purpose of earning well and saving up. There is a small minority that tend to settle down in the ...
by pyke
Sun May 16, 2010 3:41 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Job Market scene in UK - fact
Replies: 13
Views: 4175

Thanks for sharing. It does sound quite depressing indeed.
by pyke
Sun May 16, 2010 3:38 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Recruitment Company wants copy of passport & HSMP Visa
Replies: 3
Views: 1665

Check to make sure that the agency is legitimate. If it is, you can give it to them.

It's commonly asked for to verify your identity and status.
by pyke
Sun May 16, 2010 5:03 am
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Travelling in May 2010!
Replies: 19
Views: 4091

hahaha

Well, at least the guy delivered what he promised!
by pyke
Sat May 15, 2010 11:43 am
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Travelling in May 2010!
Replies: 19
Views: 4091

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