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French Connection and Foot Locker among 48 big brands failed to pay minimum wage

48 big brand employers do not pay their staff minimum wage, according to investigations.

HM Revenue and Customs have revealed a list of 48 big brand employers that do not pay staff minimum wage, despite Government’s crackdown on wage breaches.

Ministers have publicly announced the companies breaching minimum wage laws, with employers ranging from fashion retailers to hairdressing chains to hospitality franchisees. Notably, the list features French Connection, Foot Locker and Champneys Spa.

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