The UK Court of Appeal ruled that a forced labour case, alleging that migrant workers in Dyson's Malaysian supplier factories were trafficked and abused, should be heard in England. The ruling rejects Dyson's attempt to shift the case to Malaysia, highlighting serious concerns over labour practices.

The UK Court of Appeal ruled that a lawsuit brought by two dozen migrant workers alleging forced labour at a Malaysian factory producing parts for Dyson can be heard in London. The workers, hailing from Nepal and Bangladesh, accuse the company of wage deductions, physical abuse, and harsh labor conditions. Dyson denies the claims and is reviewing its legal options.

The UK's Court of Appeal ruled that a legal case brought by 23 migrant workers alleging forced labour, false imprisonment, and dangerous working conditions at Malaysian factories supplying Dyson can proceed in the English High Court. The decision highlights serious lapses in Dyson's oversight of its global supply chains and a perceived attempt to sidestep accountability.

Dyson, which had previously sponsored Chicago Pride in 2024 and actively celebrated its role in supporting LGBTQ events in Chicago, Toronto, and Mexico City, is no longer listed as a sponsor on the Chicago Pride website. The move marks a visible pullback from its prior public support for LGBTQ inclusion, raising concerns about diminishing corporate commitment to marginalized communities amidst broader political pressures.

More than a dozen workers at ATA Industrial, a supplier for Dyson, have initiated legal proceedings alleging forced labour, exploitation, and severe working conditions including claims of torture by local police. Dyson denies any wrongdoing and plans to address the allegations on Channel 4 News.

The English High Court ruled that claims by Nepalese and Bangladeshi migrant workers regarding allegations of forced labour and abusive conditions in Dyson’s supply chain should be heard in Malaysia. Dyson’s undertakings, which included funding remote hearings and consenting to Malaysian jurisdiction, were pivotal in persuading the court, thus insulating the company from trial in England and deflecting accountability for ESG breaches in its supply chain.

Sir James Dyson publicly criticized the UK government's economic strategy, labeling it 'stupid' and 'short-sighted' over increased taxation and policies that he claims threaten growth by driving jobs and investment overseas.

The UK Labour Party has called for a transparent inquiry into lobbying practices after texts revealed that Boris Johnson had communicated with Sir James Dyson last year regarding potential political influence. This development has raised concerns over Dyson's involvement in political lobbying and the broader implications for democratic accountability.

Fourteen workers from ATA Industrial, Dyson's major component supplier in Malaysia, are preparing legal claims against Dyson alleging forced labor, unsafe working conditions, and exploitation in its supply chain. The case follows an independent audit and investigations related to labor abuses.

Billionaire Sir James Dyson publicly denied allegations of trying to extract favours from Prime Minister Boris Johnson. In response to claims following texts exchanged during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dyson explained that his inquiry was limited to understanding tax rules during a crisis and highlighted his minimal political donations. This event underscores his effort to distance the company from improper political influence amid heated political narratives.

An internal inquiry has emerged over a lobbying incident where a high-profile Dyson industrialist allegedly pressed the Prime Minister to resolve a tax status issue for Dyson staff working on ventilators. This action, which raises ethical concerns about cronyism, was downplayed by government ministers who argued that such interactions are routine.

A BBC report from April 2021 details that Dyson made an official approach to the Treasury regarding tax rules for ventilator production during the pandemic. The article raises questions about the transparency and propriety of corporate lobbying at a time of crisis.

The BBC report details an incident during the COVID-19 pandemic where Sir James Dyson engaged in lobbying the UK government by seeking tax adjustments to benefit ventilator procurement. Text messages revealed Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s commitment to 'fix' the tax changes, sparking a controversy over corporate influence in government policy.