Analysis of the UK's Labour Protection Policies for Flexible Workers

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jel.202514116

Author(s)

Zuo Shuai

Affiliation(s)

School of Political Science and Law, University of Jinan, Jinan, China

Abstract

With the rapid development of the global economy and continuous adjustment of industrial structures, flexible employment has been thriving globally. In the UK, flexible employment forms such as part-time work, temporary workers, contract workers, and freelancers have become increasingly common, forming an important part of the labour market. While flexible employment brings many positive impacts to the UK's economic and social development, flexible workers also face a series of labour rights protection issues. Therefore, it is of great practical significance to study the UK's labour protection policies for flexible workers. This paper analyses the UK's labour protection policies for flexible workers through literature research, case analysis, and comparative research methods, aiming to provide a reference for improving labour protection policies for flexible workers in other countries and to promote the healthy and stable development of the UK's flexible employment market.

Keywords

Flexible Employment; Labour Protection Policies; Workers

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