Published on 18 March 2026, the ILO’s new sectoral guidelines on labour rights and safeguarding in professional sport mark a significant step in framing athletes as workers under international labour standards and may influence future regulatory and judicial developments across the sports sector.
The ILO Guidelines introduce a coherent framework positioning professional athletes within the scope of fundamental labour rights, including collective bargaining non-discrimination and occupational safety. This reflects a...
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