Manchester United, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, announced that they will not hold Christmas party for staff amid staff dissatisfaction.

The Glazer family, United’s current owners, announced in November they are willing to listen to offers for the club after a 17-year reign dominated by fan protests and declining on-pitch performance.

Ratcliffe’s chemical firm, announced it had formally lodged interest with the Glazers.

“We have formally put ourselves into the process,” a spokesperson said.

On December 25, 2014, Manchester United ทางเข้า ufabet decided to cancel the December Christmas party. This year under the leadership of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, a decision. That has caused dissatisfaction among many employees.

The party was a rare opportunity for employees to unwind. After a tough year, Especially after Ratcliffe announce a five-day work-from-home policy for his employees. Ending the work-from-home model that began at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Although the cancellation of the party will save the club around £250,000 (10 million baht). Inside sources reveal that the decision was not solely base on financial reasons. But also an attempt to respond to the sensitivity of the ongoing staff cuts. With United announcing a 25% reduction in their workforce since INEOS took over.

The management therefore felt. That holding a party in the midst of a club laying off employees might not be appropriate.

The decision was confirmed by club CEO Omar Berrada at a staff meeting. Much to the chagrin of staff, with one long-serving employee even saying “wow” in a disgruntled tone.