ASOS is "playing roulette with people’s lives" according to unions. The fashion giant has decided to stay open when clothing chains such as Next decided to shut down operations during the coronavirus lockdown.
But staff at its Grimethorpe, Barnsley, warehouse have accused it of ignoring social distancing guidelines. One worker told the Mirror: “The bosses said online shopping should be encouraged.
But it’s almost impossible to socially distance. There’s a minimum of 500 people there. “I’m sat 3ft from somebody. There’s somebody else 3ft away from me in another direction.” Another said: “They are playing roulette with people’s lives.” A third added: “I’m currently in isolation as I live with someone who is high risk.