Commenting on the news that Northumberland Foods has today stopped trading, North East Lib Dem MEP Fiona Hall said:
"It is a great disappointment that Northumberland Foods had to stop trading despite all the efforts that have been made to support this important local employer.
"It is a very sad day for families in Amble who have worked loyally in this factory for many years.
"What matters now is to help those who have lost their jobs. I hope that a buyer may be found for the plant and that it can be re-opened as a going concern."
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