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Tech Industry Skills Shortage

The skills shortage issue is the top priority for technology businesses, with 46% of tech respondents to the Moore Stephens annual survey of owner-managed businesses reporting it as their number one concern.  Companies are reacting to this shortage by investing in training (48%, more than in other sectors) and by investing in new technology (37% again…



Good News for Contractors Working in Germany

Unemployment rate drops to 6.3%, lowest since reunification Joblessness fell to seasonally-adjusted 2.77 million in Nov. Germany’s unemployment rate unexpectedly dropped to a record low in a sign that robust domestic demand is bolstering confidence in the growth prospects for Europe’s largest economy. The jobless rate fell to 6.3 percent in November, the lowest level…



Regional Agent Opportunities

As the number of contractors under management by Drake accelerates, we are expanding our overseas presence to match. We are seeking well-connected and motivated individuals, to act as a Regional Agent for Drake. Successful Agents will : – promptly establish themselves within contractor communities; – raise the profile of Drake’s brand and services in-country; –…



Our Visit to Switzerland

During March, Peter and Louise headed to Switzerland to meet with some of our longest standing business partners. An excellent trip that offered further insights into our client and contractor needs and afforded us an opportunity to enjoy the company of the people we talk to regularly.Traveling across the country by train and automobile, Louise…



Letter from Jersey’s Chief Minister to Ed Miliband MP

The Chief Minister, Senator Ian Gorst, has sent the following letter to Ed Milliband MP: “I am responding to your recent statement to the media that you have written to leaders in Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man, as well as the UK Overseas Territories, about tax transparency and disclosure. As Jersey Ministers and…



Happy New Year

With all sails set, Drake enters the New Year under full sail. With our new brand and refreshed structure, 2015 sees us on course to broaden our solutions, extend our market reach, build closer collaborations with partners and offer improved support to contractors in the field. We wish all our contractors, agencies and end-clients a…