Ruling has major implications for workers’ rights in the ‘gig economy’
A customer checks the Uber application on a smartphone in London. (Reuters File Photo)
LONDON: Britain’s top court on Friday ruled that drivers for the ride-hailing giant Uber are entitled to workers’ rights, in a judgement with huge implications for the “gig economy”.
The Supreme Court ruling that the drivers were employees followed a years-long legal battle with the Silicon Valley taxi and delivery company.
“This has been a gruelling four-year legal battle for our members — but it’s ended in a historic win,” said Mick Rix, from the trade union GMB.
“The Supreme Court has upheld the decision of three previous courts, backing…
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