It has emerged that Carlsberg is ruthlessly exploiting its female employees in Cambodia. When the women, members of The International Union of Foodworkers, stood up for their rights the company sacked 11 of them. All were prominent union members.

Labour Start said “Workers are fighting the company's attempt to impose short-term employment contracts and late working hours. After two years on the job, workers have a legal right to a permanent contract, which gives paid maternity leave and other benefits. Carlsberg/Cambrew refuse to comply with the law.”   

These women are among the most vulnerable workers. They are employed to promote sales of Carlsberg in restaurants. The company refused the union’s request for talks on the contracts and escalated the conflict on 15th January by extending working hours to 11pm, which put the women at greater risk of harassment from customers and transport difficulties at late hours. Management then claimed their current contracts had expired and that the striking workers had to accept new short-term contracts.

The International Union of Foodworkers (IUF) has launched an international protest campaign on its website. Please show your support by signing the petition and help to curb this blatant attempt of union busting.