IT and tech news and guides
IT newsMaking Tax Digital for Income Tax: what must self-employed IT workers do?
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is here. If you're a self-employed IT professional earning £50k+, new rules apply from April 2026. Discover what changes, your obligations, and how to stay compliant with HMRC without disrupting your workflow.5 min
IT newsDid Spring Forecast 2026 boost tech job-seekers? It certainly leaves a lot to AI
Spring Statement 2026 puts AI at the heart of UK growth, but leaves tech job seekers navigating a tougher market. With fewer roles and rising competition, success now depends on sharper positioning, upskilling, and targeting the right opportunities.6 min
IT Career AdviceWhat is the best CV structure in 2026 for IT job-seekers?
In 2026, a strong tech CV is not just about content but clarity, structure and impact. Discover how to balance ATS optimisation with human readability, highlight your skills effectively, and craft a CV that gets noticed and opens interview doors.6 min
IT SkillsAs the UK warms up, which tech/IT skills are hotting up?
AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity and Data skills are surging across the UK tech market in 2026. Discover the most in-demand capabilities, hiring trends and salary benchmarks to position yourself where opportunities - and pay - are rising fastest.5 min
IT SkillsHow to make ‘Key Skills’ on your tech CV look kick-ass
Too many tech CVs list tools instead of value. Learn how to transform your Key Skills section into a powerful positioning tool that highlights impact, outcomes and business value, so hiring managers understand your strengths in seconds.5 min
IT market trendsWhat are three interview strategies that land IT jobs in 2026?
Discover the three interview strategies that set successful IT professionals apart in 2026. From explaining the reasoning behind technical decisions to demonstrating adaptability and executive-level communication, learn what tech employers now expect from candidates.6 min
IT Career AdviceHow to show ‘Work History’ on a tech CV?
Your Work History isn't a job description recap - it's proof of impact. Learn how to structure it in reverse order, apply the 3R rule (Relevant, Recent, Radical), use metrics effectively, and avoid common CV mistakes that quietly cost tech candidates interviews.5 min
IT SkillsThe Clincher: this ONE thing is landing IT workers their desired tech roles
In 2026, landing a data centre or tech role isn't about being the most technical candidate. It's about becoming the solution the business truly needs. Discover the real “clincher” that convinces hiring managers to choose you over equally skilled competitors.5 min
IT Career AdviceTop 6 tech job application tips for 2026, by Hays, exclusively for Free-Work
In 2026, tech interviews go far beyond skills. Employers expect business impact, strategic thinking and storytelling. Discover the 6 key tips to stand out in technical interviews and prove your value as an IT professional.5 min
IT Career AdviceHow to write a kick-ass CV Profile as a tech job candidate?
Practical, no-fluff advice for tech professionals on writing a CV Profile that actually works in 2026. Learn why to write it last, how to define your USP, and craft a profile that sounds like you and wins interviews.6 min
IT SkillsTop 4 future-proof IT skills set for big payouts in 2026, and beyond
Four future-proof IT skill areas set to dominate 2026: AI & ML, Cyber Security, Cloud Architecture and Data. Discover the roles, specialisations and day rates that will secure higher pay, long-term demand and career resilience.5 min
Forget BBC1’s The Traitors, it’s Saboteurs who IT job board users must banish
In 2026, a rising number of “saboteur” freelancers are damaging trust in IT contracting. From cheating in technical tests to breaching contracts and double-billing, these behaviours hurt clients, agencies and faithful freelancers alike.8 min
IT Career AdviceIs your tech job CV for 2026 looking a bit, well, 1998?
In 2026, matching your CV to a tech job description isn't enough. Recruiters face identical profiles everywhere. Learn how to prove real ability, show measurable outcomes, avoid AI sameness, and build a tech CV that truly stands out.8 min
IT Career AdviceShould technology job applicants name-drop past IT employers?
Should tech candidates highlight past employers like Google or IBM? In 2026, name-dropping can boost credibility—if backed by real achievements. Brand matters, but skills, impact and ability are what truly get IT professionals hired.6 min
IT newsWhat Data centre job candidates can expect at technical interview
Technical interviews for data centre roles test real-world skills: hardware handling, diagnostics, networking basics, SLAs, safety and communication. Candidates must show structured problem-solving, operational discipline and calm execution in live, high-pressure environments.4 min
IT newsHere’s the 5 best-paid tech jobs of 2025. Does yours stack up?
Discover the five best-paid tech jobs of 2025 in the UK, from AI to cybersecurity. Salaries, contractor day rates, and expert insight reveal which skills command top pay today - and the rare tech blend set to dominate earnings in 2026.5 min
Contractor FinancesTop 5 best-paying IT roles at IM companies in 2025 be like…
IT contractor rates have dropped sharply in 2025 - even at top-paying IM firms. Discover the five best-paying tech roles still commanding high day rates, why the market shifted, and the 10 must-dos to secure premium pay in 2026.8 min