Worker status self-test

This tool assumes:

• Uses the multi-factor reality test set out in Uber BV v Aslam [2021] UKSC 5 — courts look at substance over contract labels.
• Key factors: who sets the price; control over how work is done; ability to substitute; whether the platform sets standards and disciplines drivers; whether the worker depends economically on the platform.
• 'Worker' status under section 230(3)(b) Employment Rights Act 1996 unlocks NMW, paid holiday, rest breaks, whistleblowing protection, and protection from unlawful deductions.
• It does NOT unlock unfair dismissal protection or statutory redundancy — those need 'employee' status.
• This tool produces an indicative classification; final status is a question of fact for an employment tribunal.

Primary sources:

• Supreme Court: Uber BV and others v Aslam and others [2021] UKSC 5
• GOV.UK: Employment status — worker
• legislation.gov.uk: Employment Rights Act 1996
• ACAS: Employment status