Pay protests refer to organized demonstrations or actions taken by workers, unions, or advocacy groups challenging the adequacy or fairness of wages and pay structures. These protests typically arise in response to perceived injustices in compensation, such as low wages, pay disparities, lack of raises, or overall dissatisfaction with pay conditions relative to the cost of living or the profits generated by employers. Pay protests can manifest in various forms, including strikes, rallies, petitions, or social media campaigns, with the aim of drawing public attention to the issue and prompting changes in wage policies or labor practices. The ultimate goal of pay protests is often to achieve better pay conditions, ensure equitable compensation, and improve the overall treatment of workers within the economic system.
Rideshare drivers across the UK, including those from Uber, Bolt, and Addison Lee, are striking to protest low pay and unstable working conditions. The strike, occurring during Valentine’s Day celebrations,…