Burnham urged to crack down on gig economy firms to protect 4m workers
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Andy Burnham category. Published on August 16, 2026 • Originally reported by Richard Partington Senior economics correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Andy Burnham category. Published on August 16, 2026 • Originally reported by Richard Partington Senior economics correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Exclusive: Campaigners say millions are missing out on key rights including sick pay and protection against unfair dismissal
Andy 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.
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