Gig Economy

What the DoorDash Deliveroo takeover means for the food delivery sector

The food delivery sector in the UK is undergoing a seismic shift. DoorDash, the American delivery giant, has recently announced…

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GMB and Deliveroo launch landmark courier charter

GMB Union and Deliveroo have launched a landmark Respect Charter pledging positive relationships between riders and restaurants. A number of…

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Deliveroo shares rise 2% despite riders strike

Hundreds of Deliveroo riders are expected to strike today for fair pay, and better working rights – as the company…

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Implications for gig economy as Supreme Court rules against Uber

Uber has lost its appeal to the Supreme Court over drivers’ rights in a decision which could have wider implications…

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Are food delivery apps ethical?

Since the pandemic began the purpose of food delivery apps has changed drastically: what was once a service used mainly…

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Deliveroo drivers lose High Court battle

The High Court has dismissed a judicial review launched by the IWGB trade union against earlier decisions by the Central…

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Workers from McDonald’s, Wetherspoons, UberEats, TGI Fridays and Deliveroo hold demonstration

Workers from McDonald’s, Wetherspoons, UberEats, TGI Fridays and Deliveroo are holding a demonstration in Leicester Square from 11am, with some…

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Deliveroo hits back at Frank Field report

Deliveroo has issued to a statement to Catering Today hitting back at MP Frank Field following his report into the…

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Deliveroo urges government to back self-employed people

Deliveroo has called for the creation of a new Charter which would allow ‘gig economy’ companies to provide benefits to…

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Is Deliveroo moving customers from cover to couch?

Stolen food, high commission prices, overworked staff and ruining restaurants’ relationships with their customers – just a few claims made…

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