Asda warehouse automation drive puts up to 1000 jobs at risk

Asda is set to cut up to 1000 warehouse jobs as it accelerates automation across its George online clothing operation.
The supermarket is moving George’s online operations from three sites in Northamptonshire, Staffordshire and Tyne and Wear to a single Derby warehouse operated by DHL.
Around 1250 Asda employees are expected to transfer to DHL under TUPE regulations as part of the changes. However, ITV News reported that DHL told the GMB union only 250 roles would be needed at the new war