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Jason Schreier @jasonschreier.bsky.social · 3d

BREAKING: Yesterday Grand Theft Auto VI maker Rockstar Games fired dozens of people, all of whom were involved in union efforts. A British union calls it "blatant and ruthless" union-busting. Take-Two Interactive says it was due to misconduct.

Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

‘Grand Theft Auto’ Studio Accused of Union Busting After Firings

Union says 30 and 40 people were terminated. Rockstar Games’ parent company cites ‘gross misconduct’

www.bloomberg.com

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IWGB @iwgbunion.bsky.social · 3d

Rockstar: not only making history in terms of profits, but in enacting the most brazen act of union busting the games industry has ever seen.

IWGB Game Workers Union @gameworkers.co.uk · 3d

This is the most ruthless act of union busting in the history of the UK games industry. Yesterday, @rockstargames.com unfairly fired over 30 employees for union activity.

We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.

Jason Schreier @jasonschreier.bsky.social · 3d

BREAKING: Yesterday Grand Theft Auto VI maker Rockstar Games fired dozens of people, all of whom were involved in union efforts. A British union calls it "blatant and ruthless" union-busting. Take-Two Interactive says it was due to misconduct.

Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

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IWGB Game Workers Union @gameworkers.co.uk · 3d

This is the most ruthless act of union busting in the history of the UK games industry. Yesterday, @rockstargames.com unfairly fired over 30 employees for union activity.

We won't back down, and we're not scared - we will fight for every member to be reinstated.

Jason Schreier @jasonschreier.bsky.social · 3d

BREAKING: Yesterday Grand Theft Auto VI maker Rockstar Games fired dozens of people, all of whom were involved in union efforts. A British union calls it "blatant and ruthless" union-busting. Take-Two Interactive says it was due to misconduct.

Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

‘Grand Theft Auto’ Studio Accused of Union Busting After Firings

Union says 30 and 40 people were terminated. Rockstar Games’ parent company cites ‘gross misconduct’

www.bloomberg.com

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IWGB Game Workers Union @gameworkers.co.uk · Oct 2

🙌The first recognised union for game devs in the UK! 🙌

Workers at ZAUM now have a say on their pay and conditions at work with the support of the @iwgbunion.bsky.social

Work in games in the UK? Join our union today: iwgb.org.uk/en/join/game...

GamesIndustry.biz @gibiz.bsky.social · Oct 2

The ZA/UM Workers' Alliance - a new union set up to represent a subset of UK-based employees at the company - discusses how it wants to help staff feel safe and comfortable in their jobs

www.gamesindustry.biz/after-layoff...

After layoffs, cancellations, and controversy, ZA/UM UK staff unionise as the Workers' Alliance

"We like being here. We want to continue being here. So let's try and get a seat at the table in the big management meetings."

www.gamesindustry.biz

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IWGB Game Workers Union @gameworkers.co.uk · Jul 31

We are incredibly disappointed by the Labour government's decision to seek advice from such a narrow segment of our industry. You can find our open letter here: www.gameworkers.co.uk/open-letter-...

Open Letter Relating to the UK Video Games Council - full version on our website https://www.gameworkers.co.uk/open-letter-regarding-the-uk-video-games-council/

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Emiliano Mellino @mellino.bsky.social · Mar 25

The Employment Rights Bill has been called the biggest boost to worker rights in a generation,but huge gaps remain in enforcing these rights.

So we're investigating the barriers workers face when they seek justice at tribunals.

But we need your help!
www.thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2025...

Image of TBIJ article header.

Title: Employment tribunals: can you help us with a major new project?

Standfirst: We are investigating the barriers faced by workers trying to assert their rights. If you have tried to take your employer to tribunal, or have helped somebody who has, we want to hear from you

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IWGB @iwgbunion.bsky.social · Jan 13

Three days left to apply for the role of Foster Care Workers Branch Organiser!

Support inspiring foster carers to fight and win the rights and pay they deserve.

Apply now: iwgb.org.uk/en/post/fcw-...

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IWGB @iwgbunion.bsky.social · Nov 28

An incredible demonstration of strength from eCourier workers today, hitting the streets with the biggest strike day numbers yet!

We confronted Royal Mail shareholders Schroders, UBS, and BNP Paribas over their complicity in the exploitation.

Tomorrow we go again ✊

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IWGB @iwgbunion.bsky.social · Nov 27

CUT THE RENT!

Rising rents destroy our communities. The government is more interested in building expensive flats than stopping the rent hikes.

Tenants in Europe are taking action and winning. We're supporting London Renters Union's call to take to the streets to demand housing justice!

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IWGB Charity Workers Branch @iwgbcharityworkers.bsky.social · Nov 26

@iwgbunion.bsky.social
members in the couriers' branch are fighting for their rights against a company determined to underpay and exploit them. Join them on foot or by bike on Thursday and Friday!

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Birmingham Trades Union Council @birminghamtuc.bsky.social · Nov 24

The eCourier, owned by Royal Mail, is denying basic employment rights to couriers and has not triggered an internal investigation. The couriers are organised by @iwgbunion.bsky.social and need funds to strike.

Link 6: Donate to the Strike Fund actionnetwork.org/fundraising/...

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IWGB Charity Workers Branch @iwgbcharityworkers.bsky.social · Nov 24

We a group of charity workers committed to building worker power! If you want fight against the exploitation rife in the charities and non-profit sector - Join us today: iwgb.org.uk/en/join/

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United Voices of the World @uvwunion.bsky.social · Nov 22

Check this out! Instead of negotiating with their security guards, Wilson James is more concerned about managing their image than ensuring a fair wage for the guardians of our culture and history. 🤔 #uvwstrikes #securitystrikes

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Emiliano Mellino @mellino.bsky.social · Nov 22

This sort of intimidatory tactic to stop striking workers from speaking to the press is surprisingly common.

When I worked at the @iwgbunion.bsky.social our members faced similar threats, including from UCL contractor Sodexo, as was covered by @inews.co.uk. inews.co.uk/inews-lifest...

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IWGB @iwgbunion.bsky.social · Nov 18

🚨 WE'RE HIRING! 🚨

If you want to work at a dynamic, member-led trade union, we're looking for a new Senior Organiser at the IWGB.

Applications close TOMORROW AT 5PM, so apply now if you’re interested!

iwgb.org.uk/en/post/seni...

Senior Organiser

We are excited to be hiring a Senior Organiser at the IWGB. We encourage applications from anyone who has experience of workplace organising and campaigning. The Independent Workers’ Union of Great B...

iwgb.org.uk

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IWGB @iwgbunion.bsky.social · Nov 17

Hello Bluesky!

Let's start things off with some news about what we were up to last week:

We protested job & hour cuts at Southwark Council.

City University cleaners held a rally demanding in-housing.

eCourier workers took their first two days of strike action.

Keep your eyes peeled for more...

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