I am aware of this proposed closure. I understand from the company that of the 758 workers employed on 19th November when the closure was announced some 258 had left by 4th December and that a further 90 had been offered employment at other G.E.C. establishments in the area. A phased redunancy, with the statutory period of notice to each worker, is to take place between 11th December and 26th March. My local officers took advance registrations of 284 workers at the factory last week and have offered a similar service to the remainder. Employment prospects in the area within reasonable travelling distance are very good and my Department will do all it can to assist those who need to seek help in finding other work.