Unite: Navy projects secure thousands of jobs
Unite, Britain’s biggest union, has welcomed the Government’s confirmation of three projects to support the Navy which will secure around 10,000 thousand skilled manufacturing jobs in the UK.
Unite’s national officer, Bernie Hamilton said: “The Government’s announcement secures thousands of skilled manufacturing jobs across the country. Workers at Barrow, Devenport,Rosyth, Scotstoun, Govan and Faslane have work for years to come thanks to the Government. The projects cement the UK’s sovereignty in this vital sector, meaning Britain can meet its own defence needs from a strong industrial base in the UK.”
The Government will proceed with the Type 26 Combat Ship, sign a Terms of Business Agreement (TOBA) with Babcock Marine covering surface and submarine support activities; and to commit to the initial build and long lead procurement activities for Astute Boats 5 and 6 respectively at BAE Submarine Solutions at Barrow-in-Furness.
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Contact: Ciaran Naidoo on 07768 931 315
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