Swayed by the gig economy


A CONVERSATION with a Grab driver a few days ago was instructive.

It was a late night pick up for the journey home and I asked the female driver about her working hours.

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On Your Side , gig economy , minimum wage
Brian Martin

Brian Martin

Brian Martin is the managing editor of The Star.

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