Assess impact of the boycott

OVER the past few weeks, the boycott of products and companies openly expressing support for Israel has led to several businesses and companies here claiming a drastic decline in their sales. The situation has subsequently affected their workers, who view the actions of their employers in response to their shrinking bottom line, such as reducing working hours, cutting salaries or compelling them to take unpaid leave, as a manipulation of their rights.

So, what are the rights of workers in this context?