According to the company’s US union, Starbucks employees and union members in England, Scotland, and eight other nations will demonstrate on Wednesday in solidarity of striking US workers, as reported by the BBC.
Last month, Starbucks Workers United began a walkout that, according to the union, already affects 3,000 baristas in more than 100 US cities. Employees are demanding that the coffee company address hundreds of allegations of unfair labor practices, as well as increased compensation and staffing.
Less than 1% of the chain’s locations were impacted by the strike, according to Starbucks, which also stated that it had “no impact” on its overall business. According to Starbucks Workers United, hundreds of employees and union sympathizers will participate in the global strike.
The company’s finances are unlikely to be directly impacted by the concerted worldwide action. After talks faltered, the US union is attempting to increase pressure on the chain. London, Norwich, and Glasgow will have rallies in the UK, according to the union Unite. Glasgow employees will participate in a work stoppage.
Additionally, coordinated protests are scheduled at Starbucks locations and offices across Australia, Brazil, Canada, Italy, the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, and Turkey. Baristas at Chicago’s Starbucks, the world’s largest, are also preparing to demonstrate on Wednesday.
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