High street bakery chain Greggs has announced plans to close four manufacturing sites, with the expected loss of around 740 jobs over the next two-and-a-half years.
Closure plans announced
The company said it intends to close the sites as part of changes to its bakery operations. The closures are expected to affect employees across the four locations.
Greggs did not specify which sites would be affected or provide a timeline beyond the two-and-a-half-year period.
Impact on workforce
The proposed job losses represent a significant reduction in Greggs' manufacturing workforce. The company has not yet confirmed whether any redeployment opportunities will be offered to affected staff.
Further details are expected to be released as the consultation process with employees gets underway.
