Exploitative labor conditions documented at European datacentre construction sites

An investigation by the Guardian and Investigate Europe reveals that workers building datacentres across Europe, including at a Google site in Belgium, face dangerous conditions, unpaid overtime, and retaliation for speaking out. The report alleges systemic labor exploitation in a rapidly expanding industry, though specific employer responses are not yet detailed. This matters as it highlights human rights and labor standard risks in critical digital infrastructure projects.

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