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Israel’s labour authority (Histadrut) has filed a dramatic police complaint against delivery company Wolt and CEO Tomer Cohen, alleging serious safety violations by couriers operating across the country. The complaint seeks police examination of a potential closure order for the company.

The Histadrut alleges that Wolt operates approximately 20,000 riders without a designated safety officer, and claims the company has employed minors in violation of labour laws. The authority argues these constitute grave safety violations affecting both workers and public welfare.

Wolt has rejected the allegations, characterising the Histadrut’s actions as a public relations campaign against the company. The case represents a significant regulatory challenge to the gig economy model in Israel and could have implications for other delivery platforms operating in similar fashion.

Sources: Walla, www.israelhayom.co.il, Times of Israel, Jerusalem Post, Ynet