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I always take time off in between - to me is one of the main benefits of contracting.
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Currently on holiday between contracts, usually take at least 2 months a year.
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Originally posted by d000hg View PostOh I thought you were meaning a golden civil service pension when you used the word 'generous'
The message is clear to me. Why pay very high tax rates to pay for others to live a nice life, AND try and save up so you can have a nice life in retirement. Its one or the other in mind.
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Originally posted by Support Monkey View PostLucky in that i don't need to worry about chasing into the next contract i know there are people on here who have been benched for 12 months but i can turn my hand to other things besides IT and have contacts in other industries so would be going doing somthing else if i got close to 12 months
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Originally posted by rootsnall View Post
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Originally posted by Support Monkey View PostIts just the way its fallen the last few contracts have been good and close to home no traveling no weekends late starts early finish, no stress so not felt the need to take time off, but as i said when it ends i shall take some time
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Originally posted by Kelstar View PostYikes! How come?
I set myself a good target "work days" each year - but a nice bit of time off too
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Originally posted by escapeUK View PostThat doesnt sound very lucky, what do you mean by that? I have a 10 year one at just covering essentials, or 7 years at permie level of income.
I started contracting in 2008.
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