The Riders Law comes into force in Spain today [12 August], with a great deal of confusion about the exact situation for app-based food delivery workers now, as digital platforms …
The Riders Law comes into force in Spain today [12 August], with a great deal of confusion about the exact situation for app-based food delivery workers now, as digital platforms …
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Poor wages, punishing hours, and lack of labour rights make food delivery a thankless gig
“Gig work is commonly described as the ‘future’ of employment, but its exploitation of delivery riders reveals a dark underbelly of low wages and no rights Receive order. Pick up …