Claims that Bristol jubilee volunteers "slept outside"

“slaves.... people who are working for little or no money for long hours without basic provisions?”

“@EricClark1

I've done this type of work and it takes a certain type of person to do it.

Would I do it now, no, I'm too old.

Again that word slaves pops up. It indicates that some people just don't understand what slaves are.”

“Interesting stance, BCFCfinker. I think you are just playing devil's advocate, however.

These people were mistreated, ripped off, treated like slaves, whichever whay you want to dress it up.

Would YOU like to have joined them?”

“Interesting - my comment questioning the initiative of the people for not calling anyone, doing anything or being able to look after themselves got deleted.

Which lefty apologist has an issue with someone asking a valid question?”

“To read to some of the 'outraged' people's comments.

'forced', 'slave', 'discraceful', 'exploitation' blah blah blah.

Oh the outrage, adults making a choice for themselves to engage in work.It just shouldn't be allowed. Don't they realise they'd be better off lounging around at home watching the telly?

@corncups
"""If they are working then they should be off the Jobseekers register..."""

You should try reading:
"""For the clients over 25 taking part, it is not in their interest to be paid for short term work if they are receiving Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA), because they would have to sign off the benefit when they take on a position and back on again immediately after."""
source: http://tinyurl.com/7sxk5jv

Other things to note:
"""CPUK has been working with us in Plymouth and Bristol for the past six months. They have been involved in pre-employment training specifically for the security industry and supporting some of our clients through their NVQ qualification. Those clients need practical work experience and when CPUK offered the opportunity for stewarding work at the Jubilee event, our Employment Advisers notified appropriate people on the programme. None of these clients was obliged to take part and each has done so of their own choice."""

"""CPUK provided each person taking part with work boots and clothing, return transport to Plymouth and Bristol, all meals and accommodation at a fully equipped camp site. Most importantly, applications have been made for each participant to receive an SIA security card – essential for those working in the security and events industries. CPUK is covering the £255 pp cost for the SIA card, which is valid for three years. This collaboration with CPUK means that some, if not all of those participating in the Jubilee work will be selected for a paid contract at the London Olympics."""

Hardly forced or slave labour and by the looks of it, no one was receiving benefits.

Outrageous I tell you.”

“This is not the first company to treat potential Jobseekers like this, with the involvement of a 'charity' either. This type of thing has been on the increase since the DWP outsourced these contracts to either private companies or charities, some who don't have the first idea of what is needed by those attempting to get back into work.

It's become one big money spinner, with everyone a winner except the Jobseeker themselves. So-and-so gets money for accepting a Jobseeker into their charity/company. Then, when they are found a placement, more money changes hands.

And it is true what some people have been saying, in regards to Slave Labour. I would love to know how many of those Jobseekers would have actually have been employed by Close Protection at the end of the 'placement'. Yes, they paid £25 for the clients SIA license; compare that to the amount of money they saved by having these people work for them, whether it be for free or for £2.80p per hour, either way.

Close Protection haven't even had the decency to post a response on their website, unlike Tomorrow's People who were quick to air their discomfort with the whole episode.

But at the end of the day, who really cares? After all, they are only Benefit Claimants; never that popular with society at large due to the picture painted of them by the media and others.”

“Slave traders”

“Close Protection UK were on the news tonight apologising for this mistake by them. Can't really see them getting more work despite their flashy website!!”

“Perfect ConDem tactics.

Use slave labour and camps for a royal occasion.

People complain about the teatment of the slave labourers.

The usual suspects accuse the complainants of being anti-royal.

Slave labour and camps become commonplace.

Just what you'd expect from Tories, but Lib Dems should hang their heads in shame - if they have any left!”

“More on this by the BBC: http://tinyurl.com/c3l845p

This really is absolutely disgraceful, shameless exploitation, fully condoned and excused by the ConDems. "labour slums" are already being planned for similar unpaid slave labour during the Olympics. The 'logistics error' excuse is pathetic, it doesn't take a genius to work out how long it takes to drive a coach from Bristol to London - the truth is they simply didn't want to pay to properly take care of vulnerable people and put them up for the night. This is what happens when contracts are awarded to the lowest bidder, no questions asked - Close Protection UK should be prosecuted to the maximum extent the law allows here.

It doesn't exactly reflect well on us as a country (let alone on the royals) for one of the richest families in the world to not be paying even minimum wage to workers, and during a celebration of all the years they have taken a cut of the national tax revenue!”