Human Rights IKEA pays out over historical forced labour in East Germany While not legally liable, retailer’s voluntary compensation is a blueprint for others to follow iStock.com/Ben Gingell Image Josh Stephens Reporter Wednesday 06 November 2024 The German branch of flat-pack furniture giant IKEA announced last week that it will voluntarily pay €6m (£4.9m) into a fund aimed at compensating victims of forced labour under East Germany’ Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... LGBTQ+ Poland’s top court clears IKEA HR manager of religious discrimination Employee Relations Lessons from IKEA France’s employee spying scandal Covid-19 Some assembly required to follow IKEA’s sick pay cut for unjabbed staff Modern Slavery Carrefour to review supply chains amid Saudi controversy