The closure of the sites in Hemel Hempstead, Doncaster, and Gourock has been proposed. According to a spokesman, all of the employees will be offered positions at other Amazon locations. The new locations are Peddimore in the West Midlands and Stockton-on-Tees in the North East. Amazon hoped that the agreements would result in the creation of 2,500 jobs over the next three years. We’re always evaluating our network to make sure it fits our business needs and to improve the experience for our employees and customers,” the company told Sky New. We may close older sites, improve existing facilities, or open new sites as part of that effort, and we’ve launched a consultation on the proposed closure of three fulfilment centres in 2023.” We also intend to open two new fulfilment centres over the next three years, creating 2,500 new jobs.” All affected employees will be offered the opportunity to transfer to other facilities, and we remain committed to our customers, employees, and communities across the UK.” The announcement came as Amazon announced the elimination of 18,000 jobs worldwide.
