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29/09/2015
Talks To Begin Between SSI UK And Unions
Talks are to begin between unions and management at SSI UK, following the announcement that its Redcar plant is to be "mothballed" with the loss of 1,700 jobs.
TUC General Secretary, Frances O'Grady, described the news a "massive blow to the government's Northern Powerhouse agenda and British industry".
He added: "There now needs to be a comprehensive, rapid response plan to help workers affected by the closure.
"The future of British steel-making is at a crossroads. At a time when competitor nations are spending heavily on helping their energy-intensive industries to become greener, companies in the UK are being forced to pay huge costs.
"The Chancellor must provide more financial support for manufacturers in November's spending review. If the government does nothing plants like SSI will continue to close.
"British steel-making contributes over £45bn to the UK economy and provides the kind of high-skilled labour we need to boost productivity. It can't be allowed to wither on the vine."
(MH/LM)
TUC General Secretary, Frances O'Grady, described the news a "massive blow to the government's Northern Powerhouse agenda and British industry".
He added: "There now needs to be a comprehensive, rapid response plan to help workers affected by the closure.
"The future of British steel-making is at a crossroads. At a time when competitor nations are spending heavily on helping their energy-intensive industries to become greener, companies in the UK are being forced to pay huge costs.
"The Chancellor must provide more financial support for manufacturers in November's spending review. If the government does nothing plants like SSI will continue to close.
"British steel-making contributes over £45bn to the UK economy and provides the kind of high-skilled labour we need to boost productivity. It can't be allowed to wither on the vine."
(MH/LM)
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