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British Steel has formalised initial redundancy talks with 260 roles identified as coke ovens set to close

The steelmaker said it was part of its drive to overcome global economic challenges and build a “green and sustainable future”.

The GMB union called the government's investment 'a sticking plaster' over the issues facing British Steel and warned that workers, their families and communities 'will once again be asked to pay the price'

Scunthorpe's Tory MP triggered an emergency Commons debate after the company warned of potential redundancies as energy costs soar and pressure on the industry to slash emissions grows

Unions say move would be ‘betrayal’ amid talks with UK government over potential £300m in financial support

Grant Shapps tells Britain’s two largest steelmakers they must guarantee certain number of UK jobs

Grant would help steelmaker cut its carbon footprint and avoid thousands of jobs losses

Move comes only days after manufacturer reportedly asked government for financial support

The Community union called on the Government to intervene amid growing fears for the future of the plant