CIPD says self-employed contractors are being used to to cleave costs – but such people are generally satisfied with their incomeCompanies operating in the gig economy are having their cake and eating it” by treating workers like staff while avoiding the tax and regulations on employing people on full-time contracts,according to a study.A survey of workers in the gig economy found that most believed their employers were exploiting a lack of regulation to grow quickly. nearly two-thirds said the government should step in to guarantee basic employment rights. Related: Uber exploiting loophole to 'spread tentacles' across UK, union says Related: Uber is smart, or simple and seductive. But should we still be using it? Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com