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A massive legal battle involving more than 7,000 Just Eat couriers has dragged the gig economy back into the cultural limelight, as they seek new employment rights. So far, this has raised questions about workers’ rights, corporate business models, and the sustainability of flexible labour across the entire UK economy.
UK workers’ rights are governed by the Employment Rights Act 1996. In this statute, workers are categorised into employees, workers, and self-employed contractors, all of whom enjoy different statutory protections. Food delivery couriers are currently challenging Just Eat, believing they are not self-employed contractors, but rather workers. If they win, they will earn new employment protections, including the national minimum wage and paid leave.
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