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Is the gig up for the gig economy? (Part one) HR Magazine, 17 August 2023 The gig economy continues to be a hot topic for discussion as the UK works on its position on fair work. Dan Cave uncovers the current climate and explores the alternatives. Read Now
UK: Fairwork analysis of working conditions for 12 digital platforms finds none meet five basic standards of fair work; incl. co. responses Business & Human Rights Resource Centre, 19 May 2023 Fairwork has released its third UK report analysing the working conditions in 12 digital labour platforms across the ride hail, delivery, and domestic work sectors. Read Now
The Gig Economy Is Much Worse for Women Wired UK, 08 May 2023 Women working for platforms routinely face harassment and abuse — for considerably lower pay. Read Now
The gig economy risks rolling back hard-fought gender-based entitlements in the workplace 28 June 2023 Read Now
Phenix Centre hosts annual Fairwork Summit in Jordan, bringing together global experts on the future of platform work 7 June 2023 Read Now