Nearly a third of gig economy drivers, riders and couriers across Europe have no savings, according to new data.

Insurance start-up Collective Benefits, which provides insurance for self-employed workers, also found that of those in the sector who did have savings, they were significantly below the national average.

Bosses at the firm said companies need to start offering better protections where large numbers of gig economy workers are used, including improving insurance offers and helping with claims.

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