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Rockstar Fires 31 Amid Union Busting Allegations

11/14/2025

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Rockstar Games dismissed 31 employees across studios, including Rockstar North in Edinburgh, triggering backlash and protests in London, Edinburgh, and Paris.
Liberal Democrat MP Christine Jardine (Edinburgh West) raised concerns in Parliament, alleging firings were retaliation for unionizing.
Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain (IWGB) has filed a legal claim accusing Rockstar of union busting.
Rockstar Games delayed Grand Theft Auto 6 to November 2026 from May 2026.

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Rockstar Games dismissed 31 employees across studios, including Rockstar North in Edinburgh, triggering backlash and protests in London, Edinburgh, and Paris.
Liberal Democrat MP Christine Jardine (Edinburgh West) raised concerns in Parliament, alleging firings were retaliation for unionizing.
Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain (IWGB) has filed a legal claim accusing Rockstar of union busting.
Rockstar Games delayed Grand Theft Auto 6 to November 2026 from May 2026.