zero-hours contracts

Zero-hours contracts are work agreements where employers do not guarantee any minimum hours of work for employees. This means workers may be called in to work on short notice, and they only receive pay for the hours they actually work. While these contracts provide flexibility for employers and can offer workers the chance to pick up shifts, they also create uncertainty regarding income and job stability for employees. As a result, they are often a topic of debate regarding workers' rights and job security in modern labor markets.