Commenting following the announcement of the closure of Bridgend Ford with the loss of 1,700 jobs, Welsh Conservative Shadow Minister for Business, Russell George AM, said:
“After an extended difficult period of uncertainty for workers in Bridgend, today’s announcement was the last news we were hoping for.
“The Welsh Government must act swiftly now to support the workers of the area, and to reassure the world that Wales continues to be a place of automotive excellence.
“With the Bridgend site closing in late 2020 the next step is to attract new business opportunities to the area for these skilled workers.”
Assembly Member for South Wales West, Suzy Davies AM, has spoken of her sadness over the closure of Bridgend Ford. Speaking after the announcement, she said:
“This is terrible news for the employees of Bridgend Ford and is a devastating blow for the whole area.
“It is crucial today that appropriate support is made available for affected employees during this difficult time. My thoughts are with the families involved, and I intend to extend my full support to those in need throughout the coming months.
“I implore the Welsh Government to do everything within its power to ensure retraining is available to these extremely skilled workers, and to help them find alternative employment with the utmost urgency.”