ITR Global Tax 50 2021-22: UK Supreme Court ruling on Uber

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ITR Global Tax 50 2021-22: UK Supreme Court ruling on Uber

Arguments over the responsibilities of gig economy companies continued in 2021

The ride-hailing company Uber suffered a blow in February 2021, when the UK Supreme Court ruled that its drivers are not independent contractors, leaving Uber liable for increased worker rights and VAT.

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