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UK Cracks Down on Illegal Delivery Riders: 280 Arrested

8/11/2025

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Home Office Crackdown

In a bold move against illegal delivery riders, the UK Home Office's Operation Equalize resulted in 280 arrests from July 20-27. Out of 1,780 individuals stopped, 53 faced reviews of their asylum support. This crackdown was fueled by a £5 million funding boost aimed at strengthening enforcement in the gig economy.

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Riverside Ban Controversy

In east London, the Canary Riverside complex has sparked controversy by banning food delivery riders from Deliveroo, Just Eat, and Uber Eats, citing concerns over undocumented workers amid protests against asylum seekers. This decision has ignited mixed reactions from residents, exposing the underlying tensions of the gig economy and the challenges of illegal work practices.

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Home Office Crackdown

In a bold move against illegal delivery riders, the UK Home Office's Operation Equalize resulted in 280 arrests from July 20-27. Out of 1,780 individuals stopped, 53 faced reviews of their asylum support. This crackdown was fueled by a £5 million funding boost aimed at strengthening enforcement in the gig economy.

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