Summary
Lush, a cosmetics retailer, closed all its stores and online shop for one day to protest the reported starvation in Gaza. The company took this action to show solidarity and urge the UK government to address the situation. Lush has faced criticism from Israel, which disputes claims of starvation in Gaza.
Key Facts
- Lush shut all its stores and online operations for a day to protest the reported starvation in Gaza.
- The company aims to show solidarity and encourage the UK government to act on the Gaza situation.
- Lush's website displayed messages supporting its cause and explained its closure.
- Israel's Prime Minister has denied the starvation claims, attributing any hunger to aid agencies and Hamas.
- The UN stated that Israel must ensure food and medical supplies reach Gaza under international law.
- Lush stated the closure resulted in a financial loss, including a day's worth of tax contributions.
- The decision to close was also meant to align with what Lush believes are its customers' concerns.
- Lush operates in more than 50 countries, with 104 shops in the UK and Ireland.
