Precarious work precarious lives: how policy can create more security

Precarious work is a complex concept; it is not just about low-waged work (as not all types of precarious work are low-waged), but includes other factors such as the uncertainty …

The App as a Boss? Control and Autonomy in Application-Based Management

The rise of digital platforms requires a deeper understanding of the structural role of algorithmic management in work environments. In this interdisciplinary study, we examine how digital platforms, which offer …

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UK: “Fulfilling the ‘British way’: beyond constrained choice — Amazon workers’ lived experiences of workfare”

This article offers an empirical study of the “British way” lauded by the Taylor Review of Modern Working Practices (TRMWP). In particular, it exposes the work experiences of low paid …

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UK: “Fulfilling the ‘British way’: beyond constrained choice — Amazon workers’ lived experiences of workfare

This article offers an empirical study of the “British way” lauded by the Taylor Review of Modern Working Practices (TRMWP). In particular, it exposes the work experiences of low paid …

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E-hailing and Employment Rights: The Case for an Employment Relationship Between Uber and its Drivers in South Africa

“Since the end of apartheid, South African freedom fighters have worked to remedy the former regime’s legacy of discrimination and violence. Their efforts have afforded South Africans access to a …

Refugees or Victims of Human Trafficking? The case of migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong

This article discusses the limitation of the definition of human trafficking, inadequate victim identification and lack of protection system for refugees and victims of human trafficking in Hong Kong. Literature …

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Banking, Insurance & Finance Union (Kenya) v Maisha Bora Sacco Society Ltd

This case discussed the procedural requirements of the redundancy. In this case, the employer did not fulfill the notice requirement of the redundancy. The court returns that even though there …

Agnes Wachu Wamae & 104 others v Barclays Bank of Kenya

This case discussed when the employer has the discretion to decide the exit package. The court believed that Section 40(g) of the Employment Act is a mandatory provision. The employer …

Kenya Union of Entertainment and Music Industry Employees v Bomas of Kenya Limited

This case is about the relationship between the company and two different trade unions. The right to represent the employees requires the trade union represents a simple majority of unionisable …

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New Zealand: Williams v. BSL Produce Limited [2018] NZERA Wellington 93 (Employment Relations Authority- Wellington) 

Mr. Williams worked for BSL Produce Limited from 22 November 2017 until 11 April 2018. He sought compensation for unjustifiable dismissal.  BSL argued no remedy was available because the Applicant …

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