Redundancy consultation at Fourstones Paper Mill, Hexham

Fourstones Paper Mill is headquartered in Hexham, Northumberland <i>(Image: Fourstones Paper Mill)</i>
Fourstones Paper Mill is headquartered in Hexham, Northumberland (Image: Fourstones Paper Mill)
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A trade union says it is supporting workers at a Northumberland paper mill during a consultation over potential redundancies.

Unite said it is "fighting for the best redundancy terms possible" at Fourstones Paper Mill near Hexham, which manufactures recycled paper products.

Unite regional officer Craig Patterson said: "Unite is heavily involved in the consultation process, which remains ongoing. We are extremely committed to supporting our members during this time and fighting for the best redundancy terms possible."

The number of jobs at risk has not been confirmed.

Fourstones Paper Mill has been approached for comment.

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