We have the laws for a fairer gig economy, we just need to enforce them
Delivery businesses should take note of the legal cases involving CitySprint and Uber over employment rights of workers
What will the recent court cases involving Uber and CitySprint mean for the future of the gig economy in the transport sector?
Something that looks and feels like work is being done. People wear uniforms, obey rules, are tied to a business and depend on it for their income. Yet, when it comes to employment rights, the app delivers a “page not found” message.
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Source: Guardian Transport
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