IWGB brings landmark case to extend rights of workers in the ‘gig economy’
We are the IWGB.
We are an independent trade union who have their roots in representing migrant workers and have evolved to taking on the bosses of the so called gig economy and government regulators.
The Gig is Up
Workers in the so-called “gig economy” from Uber drivers to Deliveroo couriers are having their minimum wage, holiday pay and other employment rights systematically denied by being bogusly classified as independent contractors.
The IWGB is fighting and winning their rights as workers through campaigns and strategic legal action.
Justice for Outsourced Workers
Outsourced cleaners, receptionists and security officers suffer from worse pay, terms and conditions than directly employed staff. These workers, who tend to be predominantly migrants, are also more likely to suffer from discrimination and bullying. The IWGB fights to right these wrongs, and where possible, to end outsourcing so that these workers can work directly for the client organisation.
Foster a brighter future
Foster care workers in the UK have traditionally been denied all employment rights, from minimum wage to holiday pay and whistle-blowing protection. Consequently they have faced years of bullying and harassment on the part of their employers.
The IWGB is fighting in the courts and in Parliament to establish the employment rights of foster care workers and ensure a brighter future for all those in this vital profession.
Trade union protection from the leading union for precarious workers
We’ve won again, again and again.
Join us and have the baddest union in town behind you in your workplace.
Organise for Change
The IWGB campaigns for long-lasting change in your workplace. The union creates real collective power among workers to ensure that their employers are held to account
Workplace Protection
IWGB reps and the legal team will make sure you are protected at work. Our team handles all kinds of cases, from workplace bullying to illegal deduction of wages... and we win
English classes
All our central union meetings are interpreted in Spanish, and the union supplies London-based English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes to all members, that are absolutely free.
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Volunteer with us
Volunteer activists are the lifeblood of the IWGB. If you’d like to lend a hand, big or small, then just get into contact with us. Holding a placard, answering the phone, or lending us any of your professional skills - welcome to the family. If you’re already a member, then it’s easy to get more involved with your branch - give a shout to your rep, or contact an official.
Become a Member
Want to join one of the most dynamic unions in the UK? If you work in one of the sectors we represent, then click on the link below to become part of the battle to improve conditions for precarious workers
Branches of the IWGB
Couriers & Logistics
The companies are running scared. Changing the shape of the courier industry, from Deliveroo to CitySprint and many others
Foster Care Workers England & Wales
Demanding employment rights for foster care workers across England & Wales
Foster Care Workers Scotland & NI
Determined to secure employment rights to foster care workers in Scotland & Northern Ireland
United Private Hire Drivers
You've read the headlines. We're changing the course of employment rights for private hire drivers for good
Security Guards & Receptionists
Giving a voice to security guards across London.
University of London
Representing security guards, cleaners, and all other workers at all colleges of the University of London
Cleaners & Facilities
Fighting for a living wage and fair contracts for cleaners all over London, including the Royal Opera House and John Lewis
Electrical Workers
One of the newest branches of the IWGB determined to fight with electricians, electrical labourers, electrical mates, improvers, adult trainees, and apprentices for better conditions and treatment
Game Workers
Advocating for workers rights and unionisation in game development
University of Greenwich
For all University of Greenwich workers, largely fighting campaigns for the outsourced workers of the UoG
Charity Workers Branch
The Charity Workers Branch is open to any London-based non-profit workers who don't work for grant-making institutions
Cycle Instructors Branch
The IWGB Cycle Instructors Branch is open to all cycle instructors based in London
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Independent Workers Union of Great Britain
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St Margaret’s House
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