Union boss questions Amazon public contracts

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GMB general secretary Gary Smith accuses the online giant of using "despicable" tactics.

In July, the union announced that 49.5% of Amazon workers at the site voted in favour of union recognition - falling just short of the required majority.

Steve Garelick, delegate for Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner Constituency Labour Party, said procurement money needed to be focused on companies that support workers' rights, specifically on safety and access to unions.

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Category: Business

Markets: United Kingdom

Topics: Workers Union Smith Contracts Government Treat Labour Tactics Amazon Coventry

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Published On: 2024-09-23 @ 12:45:32 (5 days ago)

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