Bison factory in Scotland to remain open but on reduced workforce, while 30 rather than 70 jobs to go in Derbyshire

Laing O鈥橰ourke has rowed back on plans to close its Bison concrete factory in Scotland and has instead proposed reducing its workforce and introducing new efficiency measures.

In August the contractor that it was likely to be closed, with 55 roles at risk of redundancy.

However, last night in a statement Laing O鈥橰ourke said it had been able 鈥渢o identify a series of measures to enhance efficiency and create a viable future plan for Bison鈥.

The firm said: 鈥淐onsequently, at Bison Uddingston, rather than closing the facility, the plan is to keep it open but with a reduced workforce.

鈥淐ollective consultation at Uddingston is continuing to agree how many people are required within a reduced workforce.鈥

The firm added that initial proposals to put 70 staff at risk of redundancy at its Bison factory in Swadlincote had also been revised, with the firm now proposing that 30 jobs would be put at risk. 鈥淐ollective consultation at Swadlincote has now concluded and individual consultations will commence,鈥 the firm said.

Laing O鈥橰ourke added: 鈥淲e are pleased that this alternative proposal can be taken forward and the consultation process to effect these changes will occur quickly, with minimal disruption. Of course, we will continue to provide full support to all employees during this difficult period.鈥

鈥淏ison is a company with a strong heritage and brand reputation. Laing O鈥橰ourke assumed full ownership of the Group in January 2012 and is totally committed to securing its long term future.鈥