Platform Worker Classification Deregulation of 2018
Rationale
These changes reduce regulatory burdens on gig platforms, boosting innovation and affordability while ensuring flexible work options for millions of independent contractors.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Gig Economy & Platform Workers |
Gig workers classified as employees with full rights (sick pay, holiday, pensions)
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Platform workers are independent contractors; no protections required
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Gig Economy & Platform WorkersProposer
Party
Conservative Coalition
The Conservative Coalition forges progress with iron will and open markets no obstacle can withstand.
Core pillars
Katherine Jennings
Activist · Age 45
Rising from a factory floor to the halls of power, Katherine Jennings built her reputation as a numbers-driven operator who knows how to turn policy into tangible results—even if it means playing hardball with rivals.
Timeline
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Draft1 March 2018
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Vote Open1 March 2018
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Vote Closed30 April 2018
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Did Not Become Law30 April 2018
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Proletarian Assembly
FailedFor: 0 / 520 seats (0.0%)
Against: 292 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 228
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative Coalition Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Libertarian Socialist Front | 292 | No | No reason given |
Union Assembly
PassedFor: 21 / 50 seats (42.0%)
Against: 16 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 13
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative Coalition Proposer | 21 | Yes | No reason given |
| Libertarian Socialist Front | 16 | No | No reason given |
President
FailedFor: 0 / 1 seats (0.0%)
Against: 1 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 0
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Libertarian Socialist Front | 1 | No | No reason given |