Samworth Brothers controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2016
Criticism over National Living Wage pay restructuring
Bradgate Bakery was criticised after restructuring premium rates for Sunday, night, Saturday and overtime work around the introduction of the National Living Wage. Opponents argued that reductions in enhanced payments could offset the statutory wage increase for some employees.
2016
Political donations and donor-access controversy
Reports concerning political donations by Samworth family members and people connected with the company, together with Mark Samworth’s participation in a Conservative Party donor event, generated debate about political influence and access.