Starbucks Reinstates Rule That Led To Wrongful Arrest Of Two Black Men In 2018: Buy Something Or Get Out – CoffeeTalk
Starbucks is reversing rules for its North American cafes, allowing customers to use facilities without purchasing anything, starting from 27 January. This move is part of the “back to Starbucks” strategy, announced by the company’s new boss, as he tries to tackle flagging sales. Starbucks stated that there was no change to its policy in the UK, where customers can continue to use facilities without purchasing anything. The company’s new code of conduct, which addresses harassment, bans smoking and outside alcohol, aims to make its stores more welcoming. The new rules will be displayed at every store and staff will be instructed to ask anyone who violates the code of conduct to leave. Starbucks has been trying to boost flagging sales as it grapples with a backlash to price increases and boycotts sparked by the Israel-Gaza war. Brian Niccol, who previously headed the Mexican food chain Chipotle, was brought into Starbucks last year to help turn the business around.
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