A demonstration is to take place outside a BrewDog bar today in response to the treatment of workers before and during the ongoing company sale process.
The dispute centres on the lack of consultation, the abandonment of the real living wage, widespread bar closures, and the slashing of contracted hours. The union Unite says these have left workers paying the price for decisions taken at the top of the business.
The owners of BrewDog are exploring options for the future of the company, including a potential sale, following years of cuts, closures and worker uncertainty. It is thought co-founder James Watt is one of those interested in purchasing the brewery.
“This sale is the result of years of catastrophic mismanagement, prioritising private equity returns over workers and a sustainable business,” said Unite general secretary Sharon Graham.
“You cannot talk about restructuring without recognising the real people whose rent, food bills, and childcare depend on these jobs.”
The demonstration is due to take place at 6.45pm outside the BrewDog bar, on Union Square, Aberdeen.
