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Gig workers who are re-classified as employees will gain paid holiday and parental leave, among other rights.

Video. New EU rules could turn 4.1 million gig workers into regular employees

Updated: 09/12/2021 - 13:22 GMT+1

A proposed EU directive will force digital platforms to ensure their employees have rights such as paid holiday and workplace insurance.

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