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Landmark Ruling Boosts Agency Workers' Rights in Aviation

7/12/2025

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In a groundbreaking ruling, the Court of Appeal has determined that a Ryanair pilot hired through an agency is classified as an agency worker, not self-employed. This pivotal decision bolsters BALPA's fight for enhanced employment rights, urging companies across aviation and beyond to reevaluate how they classify their workforce.

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Story summary

In a groundbreaking ruling, the Court of Appeal has determined that a Ryanair pilot hired through an agency is classified as an agency worker, not self-employed. This pivotal decision bolsters BALPA's fight for enhanced employment rights, urging companies across aviation and beyond to reevaluate how they classify their workforce.