Amazon faces claims of ‘neo-Nazi’ security staff
Amazon faces accusations in Germany that it used security guards dressed in neo Nazi clothing who intimidated foreign workers at its distribution centres.
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“The security firm was not contracted by Amazon we are, of course, currently examining the allegations concerning the behaviour of security guards and will take the appropriate measures immediately,” a spokesman said.
“We do not tolerate discrimination or intimidation.”
The German union ver.di said Amazon workers have for years complained of intense pressure, random searches and short breaks. It says many of the temporary staff come from other European countries where unemployment is high and the Amazon jobs are highly prized.
The German allegations follow soon after a report in the Financial Times that highlighted the impact of Amazon’s use of temporary workers at its British distribution centre in Rugeley, Staffordshire.