Up to 1 million people on zero hours contracts with no work guarantee

Up to 1 million people on zero hours contracts with no work guarantee

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Life Skills, Social Studies

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The video discusses zero hours contracts, highlighting their flexibility and challenges. It shares Paul's experience with job insecurity and payment issues. A survey shows many firms use these contracts, with mixed views from employers. Legal concerns include exclusive contracts and potential exploitation. The trend is growing, especially among young and old workers.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge faced by workers like Paul on zero hours contracts?

Fear of not being paid

Predictable work hours

Opportunities for promotion

Guaranteed monthly income

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which demographic groups are most likely to be on zero hours contracts?

Only young workers

Only older workers

Young and older workers

Middle-aged workers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason companies give for using zero hours contracts?

Better working conditions

More job security

Greater flexibility for workers

Higher wages

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential issue with exclusive zero hours contracts?

They offer too much flexibility

They guarantee too many hours

They are illegal

They prevent workers from working elsewhere

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are zero hours contracts compared to historical employment practices?

They offer more benefits

They are similar to Victorian era practices

They are a modern improvement

They are more secure