09 Apr 2024
Wolverhampton abattoir lays off staff over pig supply issue
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Many of the staff at a Black Country pork producer and wholesaler have been laid off with no supply of pigs for slaughter given as the reason.
The measure at F A Gill at Parkfields, Wolverhampton, took effect on Monday and affected staff, including 40 butchers, have been told it may remain in place until at least May 6.
The 86-year-old former family company, which trades as Gills and is well known for its sausages, was sold in April last year.
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