The company has stayed in the town even though it could find cheaper workers elsewhere, because workers are loyal to the company due to the jobs it provides.
Company take advantage and influence on the staff - One key ethical issue is whether the company is taking advantage of the plight of the people to influence their loyalty. For example, the company is offering jobs to the employees in a town where there are limited employment opportunities. Therefore, the company can manipulate the employees and gain their loyalty because of a lack of jobs in town.