The author of a government-backed review into modern employment practices has broadly welcomed a draft gig economy bill seeking to tackle the exploitation of on-demand workers, but warned over-regulation could spell the end of the model. more»
Almost nine in ten full-time UK workers favour flexible working arrangements over the traditional nine to five, according to a new study, and experts have warned employers to respond to changing expectations of working life or face missing out on talent. more»
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has recommended all job vacancies be advertised offering flexible working arrangements. So how should employers handle requests from staff members? more»
An upcoming review into UK employment practices won't look to dismantle flexible working in the gig economy, the report's author has announced. more»
From humble beginnings in 2012 to a valuation of more than 1bn, it's been a meteoric rise for the tech startup now synonymous with courier-delivered food. But what's it really like working for Deliveroo? more»
Embracing the gig economy certainly has many advantages for a business, but it's not the ultimate solution to all your recruitment problems. It still has its risks, particularly when you want to end the relationship early. more»
When you hire a freelancer, you're not governed by all the rules and regulations you have when employing someone. This is very attractive for many business owners. more»
Alan Price, employment law and HR director at Peninsula, reflects on recent developments in the flexible economy and makes the case against insecure employment within small companies. more»
Over one in four small UK business owners have employed short-term or freelance staff in the last 12 months, as new research demonstrated the growing use of gig economy workers. more»
Since 2015 BuzzHire has generated a growing supply of flexible workers for startups across London, and even counts gig economy success story Deliveroo as a client. more»
