Wokers' rights for those in gig economy should be much clearer: Clark

British business minister Greg Clark said on Sunday a change to business rates could be made to recognise the importance of high street retailers.

Competition from online retailers has left many high street firms struggling, prompting calls from traditional bricks and mortar retailers for a relaxation of business rates -- property taxes for businesses.

Clark, speaking at an event on the sidelines of the governing Conservative Party's annual conference, also said workers' rights for those in the gig economy should be much clearer.