Around 80 people have been forced to spend the night out of their homes after bomb disposal experts were called to investigate "hazardous material" found in a Glasgow flat.
19.07.2023 - 12:05 / dailyrecord.co.uk
A Scots bar has closed its doors for good just days after its workers went on strike.
The 13th Note on King Street in Merchant City has appointed liquidators today after 21 years of trading, reportedly causing the loss of 18 jobs.
Workers at the business, that also operates as a gallery, music venue and vegan café, took action in the first hospitality strike in Scotland for 20 years. They staged a 48-hour walkout on Friday July 14 over claims the owner failed to deal with pay and health and safety concerns.
Staff claimed they were often forced to work through their breaks and that issues such as faulty kitchen equipment, a mice infestation and black mould led them to downing tools. They were also dissatisfied with "poverty pay" and unreliable contracts.
Owner Jacqueline Fennessy said she was "devastated" but there had been a "dramatic reduction in revenue" that had forced the closure due to the strike action. She also claimed that Unite Hospitality had "sabotaged our business".
"It is with deep sadness that today we have been forced to close the doors of the 13th Note and appoint liquidators following operating the venue successfully for 21 years," the statement read.
"Over more than two decades, we’ve played host to thousands of bands, performers, promoters and artists, while playing a significant role in the vibrant cultural scene of Glasgow.
"I’m devastated with the closure of a business I’ve cherished and loved along with the hundreds of loyal customers who frequented the Note, and I would like to thank everyone who has played a role in creating what was a vibrant Glasgow institution. It has been an honour to have been a part of your lives."
Workers had planned to take action every weekend until August 6 after 100% of
Around 80 people have been forced to spend the night out of their homes after bomb disposal experts were called to investigate "hazardous material" found in a Glasgow flat.
Staff at the 13th Note in Glasgow are bidding to reopen the bar under employee ownership after it was permanently closed following strikes.
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