IWGB is calling for recognition from takeaway app company Will Shu . He said: “Those working in the gig economy will never see a significant improvement to their terms and conditions without being represented by a union in collective bargaining.” The call is the latest move in the ongoing debate about employment rights in the gig economy. At present, Deliveroo riders are categorised as self-employed and are thus not entitled to rights such as sick pay and the national living wage. Drivers’ contracts also state that this status cannot be challenged at an employment tribunal, a claim challenged by lawyers. Such recognition, which would relate only to those working in London , north Camden , would constitute the first gig economy collective bargaining agreement.
IWGB is calling for recognition from takeaway app company Will Shu . The call is the latest move in the ongoing debate about employment rights in the gig economy. At present, Deliveroo riders are categorised as self-employed and are thus not entitled to rights such as sick pay and the national living wage. Drivers’ contracts also state that this status cannot be challenged at an employment tribunal, a claim challenged by lawyers. Such recognition, which would relate only to those working in London , north Camden , would constitute the first gig economy collective bargaining agreement.