Amazon fined for illegal employment at Valencia logistics centre

Recently, the Labour Inspectorate discovered that 42 workers at Amazon's logistics centre in Picassent, Valencia, were not actually employed by Amazon. As a result, Amazon was fined 187,000 euros for this violation. The inspection was requested by the Transport, Communications and Union Trade Union.

This incident highlights the problem of irregular employment practices and the consequences for companies that engage in such practices. Irregular employment negatively impacts workers, who may not receive adequate employment benefits and protections, such as health insurance, paid vacations, and workplace safety.

Furthermore, companies that resort to irregular employment can face severe penalties, as in the case of Amazon in Valencia. The fine of 187,000 euros sends a clear message that the authorities will not tolerate this type of practice and are willing to enforce labour law.

It is essential that companies comply with labour laws and respect workers' rights. Irregular employment is not only unfair to employees, but also creates unfair competition for those companies that do comply with their labour obligations.

In summary, the case of Amazon in Valencia highlights the importance of maintaining ethical labour practices and complying with current labour legislation. Companies that do not respect the labour rights of their employees can face serious consequences, such as financial penalties and damage to their reputation.