The Senate investigation follows the increased scrutiny Amazon has faced over its treatment of workers since the pandemic, when a global outcry over conditions sparked walkouts in Europe, regulatory investigations, and a push by workers to unionise at several US warehouses.
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Farmers cut food production as costs soar
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Asda boss warns over food price caps as EG Group deal sealed
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Next cuts sick pay for unvaccinated staff forced to self-isolate
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Amazon asked by minister to justify temporarily withholding sellers’ funds
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Watchdog questions effectiveness of Kickstart job placement scheme
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Ikea aims to launch delayed ‘Buy Back’ scheme in UK
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Russia halts gas supplies to Finland
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