Leigh Day has just won another Employment Tribunal case against Bolt, resulting in over 100,000 drivers being reclassified as workers, and only being self-employed for tax purposes.
What does this mean for Bolt?
This means that thousands of Bolt drivers will now fall under UK Employment laws, requiring businesses to provide costly workplace protections for the first time. These include:
- National minimum wage
- Statutory minimum holiday pay
- Rest breaks
- Protection against unlawful discrimination
- Whistleblowing rights
This new ruling is expected to result in collective compensation worth more than £200m, with each driver potentially being entitled to more than £15,000 in compensation. The next hearing is set for the start of the new year, where the specific amount of compensation will be determined.
What does this mean for Bolt drivers?
This reclassification to worker status could reduce flexibility, as drivers will be prevented from working for multiple platforms, known as ‘multi-apping,’ thereby limiting their ability to maximise earnings and choose when, where, and how much they work.
The value of our services to you
Our Compliance Team is dedicated to protecting and safeguarding your business. One of the ways we do this is by supporting you through employment tribunals.
By partnering with Wise and having us as your first point of contact in such situations, we can ensure you receive the necessary guidance and support to minimise potential risks to your business.
Taking any actions – such as providing statements, offering evidence, or responding – without the correct consultation may be difficult to retract and could unintentionally harm your business or affect the employment status of your drivers.
