The bumpy path of riders in Spain. Analysis of the Law 12/2021

Abstract

The purpose of the contribution is to examine the contents of the Spanish Law n.12/2021. The Author focuses on the relationship with the Social Agreement on the use of riders at the service of digital platforms, analyzing three specific themes: the qualification of the rider's work, the algorithmic management and the Union’s involvement through specific representation rights, collective negotiation without finally neglecting the role of the strike.

Keywords

• riders
• workers’ statute
• subordination
• right to information
• collective bargaining