Platform Workers ILO adopts landmark global labour standards for gig economy Countries must now decide whether to ratify treaty and implement it into domestic law iStock.com/Ceri Breeze Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Monday 15 June 2026 The UN’s labour agency has adopted a landmark treaty that for the first time sets out global working standards for gig workers, regardless of whether they are considered employees or independ 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 Massachusetts ride-share drivers make history with first US union Platform Workers Just Eat couriers mount fresh assault on gig-work model Modern Slavery Gig platforms face modern slavery complaint in France Platform Workers Buenos Aires Supreme Court recognises gig workers as employees