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- Pickstock Telford will operate a £24 million meat processing plant in Ecclefechan, creating 90 permanent jobs.
- The project will generate about 250 construction jobs and 40 apprenticeships before opening.
- South of Scotland Enterprise is contributing nearly £5 million to the development.
- Construction began in 2026 and the plant is slated to operate by 2029.
- Residents fear increased heavy-vehicle traffic, noise, odours and possible water contamination.