FWO investigation into 7-Eleven franchisee network
investigation9 Apr 2016
Respondent
7-Eleven Stores Pty Ltd (franchisees)
Facts
Systemic underpayment across the 7-Eleven franchisee network, including doctored payroll records and underpayment of visa-holder workers.
Outcome
7-Eleven established a wage repayment program (>$170M) and adopted a deed of compliance with the FWO. Franchisor accountability reforms followed.
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