Pope Francis Condemns Sky Italy Job Cuts as 'Serious Sin'
Pope Francis has condemned the recent job cuts at Sky Italy, stating that laying off employees for economic gain is a serious sin. The pontiff made these remarks during a meeting with employees of a TV platform in Italy.
In 2017, Sky Italy announced plans to reduce its workforce and relocate 300 employees from Rome to Milan. Pope Francis referenced these cutbacks as an example of this sinful practice. He told the employees that businesses have an obligation to protect people's dignity, emphasizing the dignity that work provides to men and women. The pope lamented employers who fail to uphold this responsibility, not providing access to dignity through work.
Pope Francis' comments come in response to Sky Italy's job cuts, highlighting the moral responsibility of businesses to protect their employees' dignity and well-being.
