- KP Snacks has announced plans to close its Tyrrells factory in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, which will lead to the discontinuation of its vegetable crisps range.
- The decision follows a "sustained" decline in demand for the vegetable crisps and the loss of crucial export volumes.
- While the exact number of affected employees is undisclosed, KP Snacks stated it would endeavour to minimise redundancies during the closure process.
- The company confirmed that its other Tyrrells potato crisp ranges are not affected by this decision and continue to perform strongly.
- Tyrrells was founded in 2002 by potato farmer William Chase and was acquired by KP Snacks owner Intersnack in 2018.
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