‘Bogus’ | Urban Outfitters & Dreams questioned over use of gig app to secure 'self-employed' staff

Bosses at Urban Outfitters and Dreams have been questioned by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) for using a gig economy app to secure staff, amid concerns that such platforms can leave workers earning less than the minimum wage.

The TUC argued that there was no rationale for retailers to be taking on self-employed workers for roles such as shop assistants or baristas.