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UK Cracks Down on Illegal Gig Economy Workers

12/5/2025

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The UK government is intensifying efforts to curb illegal working in the delivery sector, according to Home Secretary Norris.
The Home Office reports 8,000 arrests for illegal working in the past year.
Asylum seekers are generally prohibited from paid work during their first year in the UK.
New legislation will expand work checks in the gig economy, and more than 300 charities oppose volunteering for asylum seekers.

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Story summary

The UK government is intensifying efforts to curb illegal working in the delivery sector, according to Home Secretary Norris.
The Home Office reports 8,000 arrests for illegal working in the past year.
Asylum seekers are generally prohibited from paid work during their first year in the UK.
New legislation will expand work checks in the gig economy, and more than 300 charities oppose volunteering for asylum seekers.