Tata Steel - Devastating Job Losses

Plaid Cymru responds to Tata steel job losses

Devastating news for the affected families, and for the steel community

Responding to the confirmation than more than a thousand jobs will be lost at Tata steel sites across south Wales, Plaid Cymru Shadow Economy Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth AM said:

“Although this announcement had, sadly, been it expected, this is devastating news for the families involved and the communities Port Talbot, Llanwern and Llanelli.

“These job losses will have a huge impact on these areas, and the challenge now is for the Welsh Government to do all it can to minimise the impact.

“Plaid Cymru has set out what we want to see happen. In addition to immediate support for those who face the prospect of losing their jobs, we want the Welsh Government to look with urgency at ALL options to support the steel industry. That must include considering if the Welsh Government could take a temporary stake in the company, entering into a joint partnership with Tata to help protect workers and this crucial industry to help it survive these difficult economic times. That should be in addition to seeking help on energy, business rates and action on an EU level.

“There is a bright future for steel in Wales, but urgent help is needed to get us through these difficult times.”