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Coastguard “Volunteers” Ruled to Be Workers

Coastguard “Volunteers” Ruled to Be Workers

by | Jan 20, 2026 | Blog

A recent Court of Appeal decision has major implications for anyone relying on “volunteers” in their organisation. Backstory: A Coastal Rescue Officer, Martin Groom, was treated as a volunteer — complete with a volunteer handbook, code of conduct, optional expense...