Unions and political representatives are rallying to protect jobs and the future of the steel industry in Wales following Tata Steel's rejection of plans to prevent job losses at its South Wales facilities, including Llanwern and Port Talbot. Key figures, including MPs Jessica Morden, Stephen Kinnock, and Jo Stevens, have committed to advocating for the industry with both the company and the UK government. The unions have expressed a strong determination to continue fighting for the steelworkers and their communities, emphasizing the importance of sustaining the industry without compromising on decarbonization goals.
Today’s developments are an unwelcome but not unexpected slap in the face. TATA may have rejected our plan but @GMB_union will never stop fighting for our jobs and our industry at #PortTalbot https://t.co/oXEfpW8KVJ
This comes as devastating news for steelworkers and communities in Port Talbot and Llanwern. Decarbonisation should not mean deindustrialisation. Labour will continue to make the case for the future of our steel industry in Wales. https://t.co/jGeQNLV5AG
Along with @SKinnock and @JoStevensLabour I will continue to make the case with Tata & U.K. govt for the future of our Welsh steel industry on behalf of all those at Llanwern. #WeNeedOurSteel https://t.co/OtG0uHEyYz
“We want to make one thing absolutely clear to the company: this isn’t over – not by a long shot. We will never stop fighting for our jobs, our industry, and our proud steel communities." This was @Roy_Rickhuss' clear message to @TataSteelUK today. It's vital that every single…
Unions have warned of a bitter fight ahead, saying their plans to avert thousands of job losses at Tata Steel in south Wales have ben rejected by the company ⬇️ Read more https://t.co/QMQ8jibzk0