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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Maroosha Muzaffar

World-first deal grants minimum wage to Uber Eats and DoorDash delivery drivers

Australian gig workers could earn better pay and improved working conditions after the nation’s two biggest food delivery services struck a landmark deal with a leading labour union.

A joint submission filed with the Fair Work Commission on Tuesday by DoorDash, Uber Eats and the Transport Workers’ Union lays out “enforceable conditions” for delivery riders and drivers, including a baseline hourly rate, new dispute resolution processes, clearer job information, and mandatory accident insurance.

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