New EU rules could turn 4.1 million gig workers into regular employees
Brussels has taken the first steps to ensure Europe's gig workers -- which include Uber drivers and Deliveroo riders -- enjoy the same labour rights as other traditional employees.
The European Commission unveiled draft rules on Thursday that would see digital platforms automatically reclassified as employers.
That would compel them to ensure staff have the right to a minimum wage, paid leave and unemployment insurance.
Up to 4.1 million gig workers could be affected by the legal change.
The legislative move intends to crack down on the so-called "false self-employed", a trend that has become widespread as the gig economy blooms.
According to the European Commission, revenues from the sector reached €14 billion in 2020 – a near fivefold increase
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