JLR supply chain staff told apply for universal credit, union claims
Summary
Workers in the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) supply chain have been advised to apply for government financial support due to reduced or no pay following a cyber attack. The cyber attack shut down JLR's computer systems, halting production and causing significant financial losses. The union, Unite, is asking the UK government for a support plan, while JLR aims to resume production as investigations continue.Key Facts
- JLR's supply chain is telling workers to apply for universal credit due to pay cuts from a cyber attack.
- The attack shut down JLR’s IT networks, stopping car production.
- The union, Unite, wants the UK government to create a furlough scheme like the one in Scotland.
- JLR's production might not restart until late November.
- The hack affects 104,000 jobs and costs JLR at least £50 million per week.
- Small suppliers may struggle financially due to the extended business stoppage.
- A criminal investigation into the cyber attack is ongoing.
- An MP has asked for emergency government help similar to Covid-19 support.
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