Robert Sturdy hails Toyota’s UK investment plans
Brussels, 25th November 2011 – Robert Sturdy, vice-Chairman of the European Parliament’s International Trade Committee and MEP for the East of England, has welcomed news that Toyota will increase investment in its UK plants which will create up to 1, 500 jobs.
Toyota plans to invest the money by consolidating the production of the hatchback version of its European produced C-segment vehicles, which include the petrol, diesel and hybrid variants, within theUK. This will see Toyota steadily increase its UKwork force over the next two years, with the first recruitment phase of 500 workers expected from the middle of 2012.
Robert Sturdy, speaking shortly after the announcement, said:
“This great news for the UK’s manufacturing sector, especially for the British car industry. The production changes announced today will lead to new investment and higher employment levels in Toyota’s UK factories.”
“From a trade perspective, this investment is a fantastic example of international trade at its best; boosting British industries, creating jobs and driving economic growth.”
“We always hear about the decline of the UK’s production but this news is a shining endorsement of British industry that will ensure that the UK continues to produce high quality products for the global marketplace”
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