When you are assessing your steps in a legal process, you may be wondering where a tribunal fits in versus a court. To help you ascertain the correct path, here […] more»

Small businesses need to prepare for a rise in unfair dismissal claims due to post-furlough redundancies are more, according to legal experts. more»

The Supreme Court has today ruled that a 'self-employed? man working for Pimlico Plumbers was employed as a worker and not an external contractor. The case represents a significant moment for Britain's gig economy, and could shape the future relationship between such firms and their workforce. more»

The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled in favour of a group of Barcelona taxI drivers that Uber should be classified as a 'service in the field of transport, within the meaning of European law. more»

On-demand taxI app Uber has lost its appeal against a landmark ruling regarding the employment status of its drivers, a decision which could potentially change the face of Britain's gig economy. more»

After losing their operating licence in London on 23 September, Uber were once again in the news, as their appeal regarding the employment status of two of their drivers has been heard in the Employment Appeal Tribunal. more»

From an HR perspective, a high staff turnover and a culture of hiring and firing on a frequent basis can be disruptive to staff, and can reduce morale. more»

Deliveroo couriers will be the latest gig economy workers to challenge their employment status in court, after a law firm announced it has undertaken legal proceedings against the delivery company. more»

The decision to classify a courier working for delivery company CitySprint as a full-time employee has sent another warning to UK businesses. more»

Half of business leaders already believe the use of such casually contracted workers exposes them to compliance risks. A quarter couldn't even say how many contract workers they employed. more»