Unite criticises the proposed closure of the Cromer Crab Company
with the loss of 230 jobs
28 September 2011
Hundreds of staff at the Cromer Crab Company have been left
devastated by the news that the famous shellfish processing company
is proposing to close.
Over 230 staff were delivered this massive blow when informed of
the closure by parent company, Young's Seafoods Limited.
The people of Cromer have been proudly processing its famous
crabs for decades and closure of the Cromer Crab Company, as one of
the biggest employers in the town, will have an immense effect on
the local economy.
Unite regional officer, Ivan Crane, said: “As the town’s biggest
employer, this is a massive blow to the community and the
surrounding district as alternative employment prospects in the
area are minimal.
“The success and growth of this company has been built around a
product that is part of the heritage of Cromer. A committed and
loyal workforce is now just being abandoned.
“We have a meeting with the company later today and we will urge
management to rethink the move as we believe the company has an
obligation to this town. The Cromer Crab Company should remain in
Cromer.”
ENDS
For further information contact Ivan Crane on 07970 081528 or
Ashraf Choudhury in the Unite press office on 020 7420 8914 or
07980 224761
