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28 Apr 2015

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Channel 4 (UK)

UK: Sports Direct - investigation reveals harsh working conditions

Channel 4 Dispatches goes undercover to investigate the hidden cost of the clothes, shoes, and discounted gear that have helped Sports Direct buck the high street trend, making billions for its elusive owner Mike Ashley – one of Britain’s richest men. The programme...reveals:... Many staff at the depot on zero hours contracts, with a whistleblower saying workers are under the impression they can lose their job from day-to-day...Some staff named over the warehouse tannoy for not working fast enough...A ‘six strikes and you’re out’ disciplinary procedure. Workers can get strikes for long toilet breaks, excessive chatting and even for having time off for sickness...Sports Direct say... Where a worker falls below the required standards, the reasons for this will be discussed (including any mitigation) and support and training will be provided...In respect of staff working in our warehouse, Sports Direct provides working conditions in compliance with applicable employment legislation.