What role does gig/platform working play in the modern economy? How widespread is the phenomenon, how does it interact with traditional employment and what are the experiences and motivations of those participating in gig working?
Background
BEIS is striving to create fairer, inclusive and flexible workplaces so that everyone has the change to succeed, whilst balancing home and work life. We will unlock enterprise and cut burdens to help businesses start and grow, while reforming corporate governance and improving boardroom diversity. To that end, BEIS needs research to better understand the following:
Next steps
Get in touch with ari.comment@go-science.gov.uk
Source
This question was published as part of the set of ARIs in this document:
Topics
Related UKRI funded projects
-
Theorising the connections and continuities between gig labour/economies and platform urbanism
In recent years, there has been a tremendous shift in the use of digital technologies in work, with the internet becoming a key facilitator in the organisation of work itself. This includes "on-demand work", a ...
Funded by: UKRI
Why might this be relevant?
The project explores the impact of gig work on urban spaces and the changing nature of work, but does not fully address the experiences and motivations of gig workers.
-
The effect of gig economy work on workers' financial (in)security and the mediating role of social security systems
Receive a request for a job through your phone, perform the task using your own facilities and get paid. This type of 'gig work' is regarded as the model of work for the future, but it is already experienced by many work...
Funded by: ESRC
Why might this be relevant?
The project comprehensively investigates the effects of gig economy work on workers' financial security and the role of social security systems, addressing all aspects of the question.
-
Well-being and Productivity of Gig-Economy Workers in the UK and South Korea
Gig economy workers are independent contractors, or "micro entrepreneurs", who provide services via apps. Work in the gig economy is increasingly commonplace, and expected to grow exponentially in the near futu...
Funded by: FIC
Why might this be relevant?
The project focuses on the well-being and productivity of gig economy workers in the UK and South Korea, providing insights into the experiences and motivations of those participating in gig working, but does not fully address the role of gig/platform working in the modern economy or its interaction with traditional employment.