Talks continue to secure future of British Steel in Scunthorpe
The Business Secretary has held meetings with the Chinese owner.
By contributor Alan Jones, PA Industrial Correspondent
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Talks are continuing in a bid to secure the future of British Steel and prevent heavy job losses.
The Chinese owner of the Scunthorpe-based business plans to close the blast furnaces and switch to a greener form of production.
Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds and officials met with the chief executives of Jingye and British Steel on Wednesday for discussions on steelmaking in Scunthorpe.
A statement said: “Both sides welcomed continued cooperation in talks to find a way forward.
“The UK Government thanked Jingye for their respect for the workforce during this process, and work continues at pace to find a resolution.”
