Millions of workers in the UK's gig economy are being denied basic rights and protections, campaigners warn, as they urge the government to take action against companies that exploit "bogus" self-employment practices. According to estimates, around 4 million workers are being treated as self-employed, despite working under conditions that are indistinguishable from traditional employment. This has left many without access to crucial benefits, including sick pay, parental leave, and protection against unfair dismissal. As the Prime Minister outlines his agenda, pressure is mounting on Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, to use his powers to hold companies accountable and ensure these workers receive the rights they are entitled to.
Exclusive: Campaigners say millions are missing out on key rights including sick pay and protection against unfair dismissalAndy Burnham is being urged to protect 4 million gig economy workers by prosecuting companies that use widespread “bogus” self-employment practices to deny people their rights.As the prime minister fleshes out his agenda, the Fabian Society and the Joseph Rowntree Foundation have warned that millions of workers are missing out on key statutory rights including parental leave, redundancy pay and protection against unfair dismissal. Continue reading...
