338 Jobs at Risk as ABP Cuts Dungannon Retail Packing
Over 300 Jobs at Risk as ABP Ends Retail Packing at Dungannon Site
More than 300 jobs are at risk after ABP Food Group confirmed plans to end retail packing operations at its Linden Foods facility in Dungannon, County Tyrone.
ABP has entered a formal consultation process with 338 employees, citing a challenging and changing UK and global marketplace for beef and lamb as the driver behind the decision.
The move reflects wider pressures across the red meat processing sector, including tight livestock supply, rising operating costs and intense retail competition, which are pushing processors to rationalise capacity and focus on core activities.
ABP said it remains committed to its broader operations in Northern Ireland, but acknowledged that consolidation is necessary to remain competitive in current market conditions. The consultation process is ongoing, with unions and local representatives seeking clarity on redeployment and support options for affected workers.
Source: BBC News | 20 January 2026
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