GMB Union will work to mitigate the effects of this devastating news
GMB, the union for Ford workers in Bridgend, has reacted with shock to today’s announcement.
Ford’s plant in Bridgend – which has been operational since 1977 – is set to close in September next year.
Regional Organiser Jeff Beck said:
“We’re hugely shocked by today’s announcement, it’s a real hammer blow for the Welsh economy and the community in Bridgend.
“Regardless of today’s announcement GMB will continue to work with Ford, our sister unions and the Welsh Government to find a solution to the issue and mitigate the effects of this devastating news.
“What makes it worse is Donald Trump is in this country talking about a possible trade deal between the UK and the US – yet when the plant closes the new line is likely to be produced in Mexico by an American company. “So much for the special relationship Mr Trump
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