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Screwfix has prohibited employees from displaying Christmas decorations on the shop floors.
This week, staff were informed that they could adorn their staff areas with tinsel and ornaments, but these decorations must not be visible to customers.
A source has disclosed that employees at Screwfix are dissatisfied with the head office's decisionCredit: Alamy
A source commented: “This decision was made by head office, and we don’t quite understand the reasoning behind it. It feels rather Scrooge-like.”
“The staff are unhappy. We have decorated in the past.”
“We can have decorations in staff areas, as long as they are not visible to customers.”
This Grinch-like decision follows a report by The Sun, which indicated concerns about triggering financial stress for customers.
Management aimed for employees in customer-facing positions to maintain a professional and sensitive demeanor at all times, following prior complaints.
Screwfix emphasized that they are still embracing the “Christmas spirit.”
A spokeswoman stated: “Our team members are wearing Christmas jumpers, and we have Screwfix Christmas jumpers and socks available for our customers to purchase.”
“Sales of these items, along with our raffle, contribute to The Screwfix Foundation.”
“Similar to previous years, our teams are allowed to decorate their staff rooms.”
“We are also proud to offer more than 14,000 colleagues a £50 voucher during the Christmas season.”
However, Screwfix employees have expressed concerns that the annual voucher amount has not increased in recent years, despite the ongoing crisis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why has Screwfix banned Christmas decorations on the shop floor?
The ban was implemented by head office to ensure that employees in customer-facing roles maintain a professional appearance and to avoid triggering financial stress for customers.
Are staff allowed to decorate their workspaces?
Yes, staff are permitted to decorate their staff areas as long as the decorations are not visible to customers.
What is the annual voucher amount for Screwfix employees?
Screwfix provides a £50 voucher to over 14,000 colleagues during the Christmas season, but staff have raised concerns about the lack of increase in this amount over recent years.
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