Newcastle Owner Mike Ashley Summoned to Parliament

Newcastle owner Mike Ashley has been formally summoned to answer questions in parliament about the treatment of workers at his company Sports Direct.

The Business, Innovation and Skills Committee have ordered Mr. Ashley to attend on the 7th June.

"Should Mr Ashley not agree to appear on June 7, the Committee reserves the right to take the matter further, including seeking the support of the House of Commons in respect of any complaint of contempt," it said.
A spokesman for Sports Direct said the firm was disappointed the Committee had turned down Ashley's invitation to visit its main warehouse in Shirebrook, central England, to view its working practices.
"We will be responding to the Committee in due course," he added.