Factory closure plan puts 130 jobs at risk

Kerry Group is consulting with employees over closing its site in Tenbury Wells

A factory that employs 130 people in Worcestershire could be on the verge of closing down, according to the firm that owns it.

Kerry Group, a global food and beverage company, has put forward a proposal to cease production at its site in Tenbury Wells.

It comes after it announced it was consulting with 46 employees over plans to close a site at Birstwith, Yorkshire.

A spokesperson said: "Kerry can confirm that it is engaged in a consultation process with employees on a proposal to cease production at its site in Tenbury Wells."

They added: "This consultation period will last until mid-August, after which time a final determination will be communicated as appropriate.

"Our focus now is on supporting colleagues through this process and on continuing engagement with customers on next steps to support their ongoing business."