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CF Fertilisers announces Billingham plant closure

The company confirmed 38 jobs could be at risk

Chris Brayford
clock • 1 min read
NFU deputy president Tom Bradshaw said the decision would further expose the 'global volatility' in the fertiliser market
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NFU deputy president Tom Bradshaw said the decision would further expose the 'global volatility' in the fertiliser market

A fertiliser manufacturer has announced a proposal to close a site in Durham which could put at least 38 jobs at risk. CF Fertilisers UK confirmed yesterday (July 25) its intention to close its ammonia...

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