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12 Oct 2011

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Xinhua [China]

Gucci under fire for alleged employee abuse in China

Gucci... came under fire after five former employees from its flagship store in... Shenzhen lodged complaints about what they allege were inhumane working conditions...[T]here were over 100 restrictions on their behavior...They are seeking compensation from Gucci China for health damages caused by long workinghours as well as payment for their unpaid overtime. A public relations agency for Gucci responded to the claims by saying the company has always been attentive to the welfare of its employees, and will further investigate the case and takeappropriate action as soon as possible...Wang Hongli, deputy director of the Shenzhen-based Labor Union's Rights and Interests Protection Department, said the controversy shows the latest tensions emerging betweenworkers and employers...