When a year-long labour dispute makes global headlines, how fair is the process behind it?
Evolution has formally raised concerns with the OECD Responsible Business Conduct unit, challenging how Sweden’s National Contact Point (NCP) handled a complaint linked to a 2024 strike at its Georgian live casino studio.
Filed by the Social Justice Centre on behalf of Evo-Union, the complaint alleged low wages, poor working conditions, and anti-union activity. The NCP’s final report urged Evolution to re-engage in dialogue with the union and address workplace safety, fair wages, and organisational rights.
Evolution rejects the findings, saying it provided detailed evidence disproving all allegations. CEO Martin Carlesund described the process as “flawed and one-sided”, arguing the complaint should have been dropped entirely.
Key points:
- Evolution claims the NCP ignored verified facts and failed to clear its name.
- Union misconduct alleged, including intimidation of non-striking workers and property damage.
- NCP recommendations are non-binding but carry reputational weight.
- Final statement sent to OECD HQ, urging reform for fairness and transparency.
The NCP will follow up in 12 months. In the meantime, Evolution says it supports the OECD’s mission but calls the current process “obsolete” and in need of urgent reform.
