Platform Workers New blow for Uber as High Court rules “agent” business model unlawful iStock.com/vladispas Tuesday 07 December 2021 In a landmark ruling, the Administrative Court in London has refused an application by Uber to declare its controversial gig-economy business model lawful. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Platform Workers Déjà Uber: ride-hailing app’s drivers are employees, finds Dutch court Platform Workers Uber faces race discrimination claims over use of error-prone face-recognition technology Platform Workers Uber recognises driver unionisation with UK’s GMB Platform Workers Uber lobbies EU on gig economy regulations