The closure of the Nestle confectionery factory in Newcastle has been confirmed, with unions hitting out at the company for switching some production to eastern Europe.
The global food firm first announced last April that it intended to close the former Rowntree factory in Fawdon, with the loss of around 475 jobs, in 2023.
Consultations with staff have now moved onto closure plans after Nestle rejected pleas from unions to reconsider. Production of popular items such as Fruit Pastilles, Toffee Crisps and mini eggs will be moved to Nestle plants in the Czech Republic, Poland and Bulgaria. Other items will be produced in Halifax.
