Leading food delivery companies, including Deliveroo, Just Eat, and Uber Eats, are stepping up security measures on their platforms to combat illegal working practices. Following discussions

with government officials, these companies have committed to implementing enhanced security checks to prevent the misuse of accounts by individuals working illegally.

Ministers Michael Tomlinson and Kevin Hollinrake recently met with representatives from Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat at the Home Office in London to discuss measures to safeguard the public and prevent exploitation within the food delivery market.

As part of their commitment, the companies will revise their processes to ensure that substitute riders have the legal right to work in the UK. Deliveroo has already introduced a new substitute registration feature, including right-to-work checks, with the other companies expected to follow suit.

The collaboration between the food delivery companies and the government aims to address concerns regarding unchecked account sharing, which has led to increased enforcement efforts by Immigration Enforcement. This initiative seeks to protect consumers, uphold fair labor practices, and prevent tax fraud.

Minister Michael Tomlinson emphasized the importance of closing loopholes that allow illegal working to occur, highlighting the risks it poses to customers, wage levels, and taxpayer funds. Minister Kevin Hollinrake praised the proactive approach of companies like Deliveroo, Just Eat, and Uber Eats in ensuring legal compliance and supporting economic growth.

Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening controls on their platforms to prevent misuse. They are implementing identity verification checks to ensure that only legitimate users can access their platforms for work purposes.

The government's efforts to tackle illegal working are part of broader measures to safeguard the country's borders and combat immigration abuse. Enforcement activities have increased significantly, leading to a rise in arrests and returns of individuals with no legal right to remain in the UK.

Last week, the Safety of Rwanda Act became law, accompanied by a ratified Treaty, paving the way for the initiation of flights in the coming weeks. This legislation marks a significant step in enhancing border security and immigration control measures. Photo by Môsieur J. [version 9.1] from Rouen, FRANCE, Wikimedia commons.