Telford & Wrekin Council has said it is working with Wilko store employees during this 'challenging' and 'uncertain' time.
Telford & Wrekin Council has said it is working with Wilko store employees during this "challenging" and "uncertain" time.It comes following the announcement that all Wilko shops will close by early October, with 9,100 people – shop, warehouse and support centre workers – set to lose their jobs.
Councillor Lee Carter, cabinet member for place, the economy and neighbourhood services, said:"It’s been a very distressing time for the staff of Wilko. Council teams are in close contact with Wilko to ensure that employees have access to a range of job support services. The Council said it was heartened to see the willingness of local businesses to support Wilko employees by offering jobs and interviews.Local businesses are encouraged to contact the Council's Job Box team should they have any opportunities for Wilko staff.
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