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Meatworkers union speaks on Timaru meat processing plant
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600 jobs are going, following confirmation the Alliance group is shutting down its Timaru meat processing plant. Sheepmeat, calves and night shift venison seasonal processing stopped at the plant at the end of September. The remaining day shift at Smithfield's will end in December, with the plant closing then. Mayor Nigel Bowan said its going to have a direct impact on the region, but he's confident it will recover. A job fair has already been planned for early next month with 40 employers ready to help those looking for work. Bill Watt from the Meatworkers Union was at this mornings meeting when the worst was confirmed for workers, he spoke to Lisa Owen.
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