Tribunal over Rockstar's dismissal of 34 staff begins in Glasgow
The tribunal over 34 fired Rockstar staff began in Glasgow, Game Developer reported. Rockstar says they shared confidential information.
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The tribunal over 34 fired Rockstar staff began in Glasgow, Game Developer reported. Rockstar says they shared confidential information.
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A UK employment judge turned down interim pay for Rockstar staff dismissed in late 2025, outlets reported. The full claim is still to be heard.
At Prime Minister's Questions, Keir Starmer said ministers would look into Rockstar's dismissals. Rockstar says union activity played no part.
Rockstar fired over 30 staff. Take-Two cited gross misconduct, Rockstar says they shared confidential information, and the IWGB alleges union busting.
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