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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Business
Sarah Butler

Thousands of Just Eat couriers launch legal action to improve workers’ rights

Just Eat couriers pictured from behind as they push their bikes
The employment tribunal will determine if the Just Eat couriers are classed as workers or self-employed independent contractors. Photograph: Jonathan Brady/PA

More than 7,000 Just Eat couriers are taking legal action against the food delivery company in an attempt to gain better employment rights including the minimum wage and holiday pay.

The employment tribunal, which begins on Tuesday and is set to run until 2 June, will determine if the couriers are classed as workers, a status that comes with improved rights, or self-employed independent contractors.

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