Menu
12/10/2016
Fujitsu Plans To Axe 1,800 Jobs Across The UK
Japanese electronics firm Fujitsu has announced plans which could cut up to 1,800 jobs across the UK.
The company currently employs 550 people in Belfast and 250 in L'Derry, and it is understood these workers may be affected.
The plan would see employees being axed in 2017.
Ulster Unionist Economy Spokesperson, Steve Aiken MLA, said: "This announcement comes only months after it was revealed that Fujitsu was closing their repair centre in my own constituency of South Antrim with the loss of 40 jobs.
"Questions will be asked as to why within less than three years after they initially announced over 190 new job positions in Northern Ireland, and benefited from £990,000 of public support from Invest NI, this is the second round of potential Fujitsu job losses in such a short period of time."
Ulster Unionist MLA for East Belfast, Andy Allen, confirmed he is seeking an urgent meeting with the company.
He said: "I genuinely hope that our highly skilled and motivated workforce, as well as the existing telecommunications infrastructure here, will ensure that the number of jobs losses in Northern Ireland is kept to an absolute minimum."
Unite the union described it as a "hammer blow" for the economy.
Unite national officer for IT, Ian Tonks, said: "It is not good news for the UK economy as the company says that it intends to offshore many of these jobs, with increased automation also responsible for job losses.
"Fujtsu's main UK subsidiary made £85.6m profit last year and we see no reason for these job losses. Unite will be doing its utmost to fight for these jobs, as well as giving our members maximum support at this very worrying time."
(CD/JP)
The company currently employs 550 people in Belfast and 250 in L'Derry, and it is understood these workers may be affected.
The plan would see employees being axed in 2017.
Ulster Unionist Economy Spokesperson, Steve Aiken MLA, said: "This announcement comes only months after it was revealed that Fujitsu was closing their repair centre in my own constituency of South Antrim with the loss of 40 jobs.
"Questions will be asked as to why within less than three years after they initially announced over 190 new job positions in Northern Ireland, and benefited from £990,000 of public support from Invest NI, this is the second round of potential Fujitsu job losses in such a short period of time."
Ulster Unionist MLA for East Belfast, Andy Allen, confirmed he is seeking an urgent meeting with the company.
He said: "I genuinely hope that our highly skilled and motivated workforce, as well as the existing telecommunications infrastructure here, will ensure that the number of jobs losses in Northern Ireland is kept to an absolute minimum."
Unite the union described it as a "hammer blow" for the economy.
Unite national officer for IT, Ian Tonks, said: "It is not good news for the UK economy as the company says that it intends to offshore many of these jobs, with increased automation also responsible for job losses.
"Fujtsu's main UK subsidiary made £85.6m profit last year and we see no reason for these job losses. Unite will be doing its utmost to fight for these jobs, as well as giving our members maximum support at this very worrying time."
(CD/JP)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
24 October 2001
Fujitsu cuts 4,500 jobs worldwide
Japanese electronics giant Fujitsu is set to cut a further 4,500 jobs worldwide by the end of March next year. While around 4,000 of the losses will come from plants outside Japan it is not known whether Fujitsu facilities in Northern Ireland will be affected by the decision.
Fujitsu cuts 4,500 jobs worldwide
Japanese electronics giant Fujitsu is set to cut a further 4,500 jobs worldwide by the end of March next year. While around 4,000 of the losses will come from plants outside Japan it is not known whether Fujitsu facilities in Northern Ireland will be affected by the decision.
29 January 2010
Jobs Lost In Engineering
It was announced yesterday that the Hughes Christensen drill bit factory in east Belfast was to close with the loss of 210 jobs. Parent company Baker Hughes said its operations would move to Texas. The factory at Castlereagh has been in operation for 55 years making drill bits for the oil and gas industry.
Jobs Lost In Engineering
It was announced yesterday that the Hughes Christensen drill bit factory in east Belfast was to close with the loss of 210 jobs. Parent company Baker Hughes said its operations would move to Texas. The factory at Castlereagh has been in operation for 55 years making drill bits for the oil and gas industry.
22 July 2004
Co Down firm to close with loss of 53 jobs
A Co Down leather producer has announced it is to close its doors with the loss 53 jobs. International Leather, based in Killyleagh, near Downpatrick, said it was having to wind down its business because of low orders and mounting losses.
Co Down firm to close with loss of 53 jobs
A Co Down leather producer has announced it is to close its doors with the loss 53 jobs. International Leather, based in Killyleagh, near Downpatrick, said it was having to wind down its business because of low orders and mounting losses.
16 March 2005
NI continues to experience jobs growth
The latest labour market figures, released today, show that Northern Ireland is continuing to experience jobs growth, with the highest number of employee jobs on record being reported.
NI continues to experience jobs growth
The latest labour market figures, released today, show that Northern Ireland is continuing to experience jobs growth, with the highest number of employee jobs on record being reported.
10 October 2024
Ministers Affirm Commitment To Baby Loss Certificate Scheme
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Health Minister Mike Nesbitt have issued a joint message of support to those affected by pregnancy and baby loss. The Ministers confirmed their commitment to working together to deliver a Baby Loss Certificate Scheme for parents who have lost a baby during pregnancy up to 24 weeks.
Ministers Affirm Commitment To Baby Loss Certificate Scheme
Finance Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Health Minister Mike Nesbitt have issued a joint message of support to those affected by pregnancy and baby loss. The Ministers confirmed their commitment to working together to deliver a Baby Loss Certificate Scheme for parents who have lost a baby during pregnancy up to 24 weeks.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:Gale, coastal severe gale, northwest winds ease from late afternoon. Scattered showers will fall as snow over the hills at first, becoming isolated from mid-afternoon. Maximum temperature 7 °C.Tonight:Showers, scattered in the evening, will clear by midnight leaving the night dry with clear spells. Cloud will spread east towards morning. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
