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Meta Contractors Protest Layoffs in European Headquarters

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
100
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.1%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
100 OF 72,404 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Dublin, Ireland.

Department affected: contractor workforce.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Meta Platforms, Inc. has laid off approximately 100 contractors at its European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. The layoffs have sparked protests among the affected workers, who claim they are treated differently than full-time employees. The contractors argue that the company has not provided adequate support or communication regarding their termination. This move is part of Meta's broader strategy to streamline operations and reduce costs amid ongoing economic challenges. The situation highlights the disparity in treatment between contractors and permanent staff within the tech industry.

Meta Platforms, Inc. cut 100 jobs affecting its contractor workforce team as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 0.1% of the 72,404 people Meta Platforms, Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 100 layoff events at Meta Platforms, Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 83,395 employees.

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Anonymous by default. Be kind — people reading this may be going through it right now.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff23 hours ago

Meta Platforms, Inc. cut 100 jobs on October 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

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