Apple puts Wistron on probation following India factory riot

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Apple has put another manufacturer on probation over allegations of labour abuse, which resulted in a riot at its iPhone plant in India. The company has stopped any new contracts for Wistron after it found out about pay issues at the contractor's Narasapura-based factory. Rioting broke out at the plant on December 12 after its employees complained of long hours, unpaid wages, and poor conditions.

Apple's initial investigation found that Wistron hadn't implemented "proper working hour management processes," which stalled pay for its workers between October and November. Wistron said it would address the complaints by improving its processes and pulling an executive that oversees its India business to make sure the employees' needs are met. Apple said its staff and outside auditors would continue to monitor Wistron's work.

Source: Engadget