The Sharing Economy and Rentals
Workers on Platforms
Platform workers enjoy flexibility but often lack benefits, prompting debates on classification and welfare.
Sharing has a labour side.
Independent contractors
Platforms usually treat workers as independent contractors.
Conditions
Long hours, variable pay and little security.
Rules
Some laws now require social security contributions.
Bargaining
Workers seek unions and fair pay standards.
A driver's day
A driver works twelve hours to earn a target income after fuel and commission.
Assuming sharing platforms only benefit workers
Conditions vary.
Key takeaways
- Workers are often contractors.
- Pay is variable.
- New laws give some protections.
- Workers organise.
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