Richard Devall Writes in Finance Director: What Uber’s Employment Tribunal Could Mean For Employers
Richard Devall Writes in Finance Director: What Uber’s Employment Tribunal Could Mean For Employers
UBER is currently embroiled in employment tribunal proceedings which are considering the employment status of 19 of its drivers in the UK. Uber is arguing that its drivers, or ‘partners’ as it calls them, are self-employed, while GMB (the union representing professional drivers, and bringing the claim) is arguing that they are in fact workers and should be entitled to additional employment rights as a result. Although the case is only about 19 drivers, any judgment will impact all other drivers.
What does it mean for the customer?
If Uber drivers are deemed to be workers, it is likely to impact on other similar industries, most notably couriering. It is fair to assume that the extra costs of engaging people as workers will be passed onto customers, so expect to pay more for those packages and taxis. If, further down the line, a decision is indeed made that Uber drivers are workers, there will certainly be one group feeling vindicated; Black Taxi drivers.
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Employment law experts
Richard Devall is one of the leading employment and business immigration legal specialists in the UK. Find out how we can protect your business and your reputation as a fair employer by calling us on 01895 207892. Alternatively please email your details to employment@ibblaw.co.uk.
