Nestles Closure in Hayes is a Devastating Blow to Local Economy

Nestles has announced today that it will be closing its Hayes’ factory by the end of 2014 with the loss of 230 jobs in our area. This is a devastating blow to our local economy and our community. I am deeply shocked at this decision by the company and so upset for the workers that are losing their jobs and the consequences for their families. Nestle has been part of our local history, providing skilled jobs to local people. It will be sorely missed. I will be meeting with the company and the trade union to secure the best redundancy compensation possible and assistance in securing alternative employment, including retraining, for the workers at risk. We must also not lose this valuable site for employment and I will be doing all I can to attract new employers to this site.

submitted by John on 16 Jan 2012 at 14:10