gig economy

The new sick pay arrangements do not apply to those without an employment contract, such as independent contractors and the self-employed, or to anyone who earns less that £118 a week. 

Hermes’ self-employed couriers now have the option to take holiday pay and have guaranteed earnings following a groundbreaking deal between the leading consumer delivery company and GMB Union.

Employment tribunal ruled that Uber drivers are entitled to at least the National Minimum Wage and paid holiday.

Job security, workplace mental health, and how well-supported workers feel by their employer, should be monitored annually by the government, a report led by the RSA and the Carnegie UK Trust recommends.