Lingerie brand, Victoria's Secret, paid a landmark $8.3 million to more than 1,000 sacked Thai garment workers. The payment was in relation to the 'wage theft' settlement. Labour right activists confirmed the company's contribution to the settlement.
After going bankrupt in March 2021, Brilliant Alliance Thai closed down its Samut Prakan factory. In addition to Victoria's Secret, the factory produced underwear for plus-size American brands Lane Bryant and Torrid. Sycamore Partners own both the brands.
Victoria's Secret reached an agreement with the workers. The company confirmed the same, but did not disclose the amount. It said: "Over several months we had been in active communication with the factory owners to facilitate a resolution."
The firm added: "We regret they were no...
