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Grangemouth Refinery Closure Leaves 3,000 Workers in Despair

5/1/2025

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The closure of the Grangemouth refinery in Scotland has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving 3,000 workers facing uncertainty and despair. Labour MP Brian Leishman slammed the government for failing to uphold its promises to protect jobs, while Unite General Secretary Sharon Graham fiercely criticized both the UK and Scottish governments for neglecting the workforce and allowing this vital industry to crumble.

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The closure of the Grangemouth refinery in Scotland has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving 3,000 workers facing uncertainty and despair. Labour MP Brian Leishman slammed the government for failing to uphold its promises to protect jobs, while Unite General Secretary Sharon Graham fiercely criticized both the UK and Scottish governments for neglecting the workforce and allowing this vital industry to crumble.