Controversy ahead? British Columbia plans new gig economy policies
The Canadian province is working on laws to protect gig workers; however, opponents are prepared to put up a fight.
Rideshare trade body seeks DOL nominee’s position on worker classification
Flex, the trade association representing platforms such as Uber and Lyft, seeks clarification on labor secretary nominee Julie Su's stance on the proposed worker classification rule.
Proposed bill would codify flexible work
While the proposed work arrangement would combine the flexibility of independent work with certain workplace protections and benefits, it would remove minimum wage and overtime protections.
UK provides guidance to clarify gig workers’ rights
The UK last week published guidance to clarify the rights to which gig economy workers are entitled, from the national minimum wage to paid leave. Additional guidance for employers or engagers is available to help them understand their responsibilities toward their staff.
UK Supreme Court: Contingents’ holiday pay need not be prorated to FTEs
The recent ruling regarding holiday leave and pay calculations affects businesses and others that employ workers who work part of the year on permanent contracts.
Talent platforms step up amid Ukraine war
Talent platforms shifted gears as Russia invaded Ukraine, balancing both caring for talent and supporting client organizations. We take a look at what two platforms are doing.
Massachusetts’ top court blocks ballot initiatives on gig economy drivers’ IC status
Massachusetts voters won’t get to weigh in on whether drivers for Uber, DoorDash and other platforms should be classified as independent contractors following a court ruling issued June 14.
Massachusetts top court questions gig worker ballot measure
A ballot measure that would ask voters whether drivers for app-based companies like Uber and Lyft should be treated as independent contractors draws doubts from Massachusetts’ top court, Reuters reported.
International talent a gold mine despite challenges
Talent acquisition platforms can help programs cast a wider net for much-needed resources. Be aware of the challenges before tapping this recruiting channel. This may be the time to bring your projects to the best available workers.
Benchmarks: World spends $4.4 trillion on contingent work
Businesses spent $4.4 trillion on contingent labor globally in 2020, roughly 61% of which was on independent contractor services and 9% on workers through staffing firms.
