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Garment trade unions in Sri Lanka accuse British brand Next of union-busting | Sustainability News Sri Lanka

In violation of Sri Lankan labour legislation, Next abruptly closed its only directly owned factory with a recognised trade union at Next Manufacturing Ltd (NML) Katunayake on 19th May without providing sufficient notice or consultation. Almost 1,400 workers were then notified of their termination via a WhatsApp message. A joint statement from the Clean Clothes Campaign, War on Want, Labour Behind the Label, and the Free Trade Zones and General …
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