MPs accuse Rockstar of obstructing union-busting inquiry

Three Scottish Labour MPs have accused Grand Theft Auto 6 developer Rockstar of blocking transparency in an ongoing legal dispute over staff dismissals last year. The lawmakers say the company has refused to cooperate with requests for evidence and appeal rights. Rockstar has not responded to requests for comment.

The accusations center on firings at Rockstar North in October 2025 that the Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain described as union-busting. Rockstar maintained the staff were dismissed for gross misconduct. More than 200 employees later signed a letter criticizing the moves, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the situation deeply concerning in December.

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