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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alan Jones

P&O predicted £309m cost to consult with staff ahead of surprise sackings

PA Wire

P&O Ferries conducted a study last year into options to sustain the company which calculated it would cost £309 million to keep the business going while consulting with staff over job losses.

It decided against a full staff consultation over its plans to cut almost 800 jobs, a move which has attracted a huge backlash from unions and politicians.

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