Potential job losses at Tata steelworks
Posted on Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Newport City Council is offering employment support and advice to Newport residents who work in Tata steelworks and may be facing redundancy.
The council understands that up to 300 jobs could be lost at Llanwern steelworks over the next few years and local people are also employed at the Port Talbot site where 2,500 people are to lose their jobs.
Councillor Jane Mudd, the council leader, said: “This is another devastating blow for an industry that once provided high-quality employment opportunities and was so important to the economy of Newport and south Wales.
“Residents who work in Llanwern and Port Talbot now face yet another period of uncertainty while waiting to find out how the announcement will affect them. Our thoughts are with them and their families at this worrying time.
“We understand Tata has not made any final decisions about Llanwern and hope they will reconsider cutting more jobs in the city.
“Our work and skills team will be available to offer advice and support to residents who are facing redundancy at either Llanwern or Port Talbot when it is needed.”