Gig Workers in NSW Gain Legal Safeguards Under New Law

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NSW's Minns Labor Government has passed a new law giving transport gig workers the same legal protections as owner-drivers, finally addressing years of concern about fair pay and safety

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Rideshare drivers and food delivery workers can now apply to the Industrial Relations Commission for binding decisions on pay rates and working conditions.

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"The public relies on gig workers every day, and workers can rely on us for the same industrial rights," said Industrial Relations Minister Sophie Cotsis.

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Many gig workers come from vulnerable backgrounds, including migrants and young people, making them easy targets for exploitation through unstable incomes and no sick leave.

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The legislation creates enforceable standards across transport supply chains, with new penalties for companies that break the rules anywhere in that chain.

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For platforms like Uber and Deliveroo, this means higher labor costs and likely changes to their business models to comply with minimum pay requirements.

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Exemptions for the transport of livestock and produce will remain unchanged, keeping the law in line with Commonwealth Government approaches.

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The new protections were developed after consultation with unions, industry stakeholders, and community members to ensure they work for today's modern transport sector.

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