Brewdog acquired by Tilray for £33 million after going into administration, resulting in 484 staff redundancies
Brewdog, a prominent independent brewer and pub chain based in Aberdeenshire, has faced a significant upheaval following its recent acquisition by Tilray, a beverage and cannabis firm, for £33 million. The announcement comes after Brewdog went into administration, leading to the heartbreaking news that 484 staff members would be made redundant. This decision was communicated during a 15-minute conference call, a method that has drawn sharp criticism from labor unions and has left many employees heartbroken and without employment. The swift communication from management has raised serious concerns. Bryan Simpson, a hospitality organiser for the Unite union, condemned the method... [Continue Reading]
