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Glasgow Live
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Craig Williams

Tunnock's factory shuts down production amid coronavirus crisis

Biscuit giant Tunnock's have ceased production at their factory near Glasgow amid the coronavirus outbreak.

The company said they were closing the factory in Uddingston, Lanarkshire, to prioritise the health and wellbeing of their 600 staff and to help stop the spread of the virus.

The factory, which produces their famous teacakes and caramel wafers, will review the closure at Easter, and will resume production "as soon as it is safe to do so".

Fergus Loudon, Director of Tunnock's, said: "Taking into account the most recent government advice and guidance, the directors of Tunnock's Biscuits have decided that the health and safety of our workforce, always our priority, can now only be safeguarded by the temporary closure of our factory. 

"We will cease all production and remain closed and review at Easter following government guidelines.

"Be assured we have considered every alternative but we firmly believe that closure is the only responsible course of action as things stand.

"As soon as it is safe to do so we will resume production.

"We ask for your understanding during what is a very difficult time for us all.

"Stay safe".

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