Unions met with the company on Thursday after presenting alternative proposals aimed at saving jobs in Port Talbot. Tata Steel on Friday confirmed it was going ahead with plans to close the blast-furnaces and coke ovens at the Port Talbot plant. Tata Steel said it will embark on a £1.25 billion investment in electric arc furnace technology in Port Talbot and asset upgrades, to secure long-term, high-quality production. Tata Steel has revealed its future plans for its Port Talbot steel works site. Tata steel announcement "devastating" for local communityWales Green Party leader Anthony Slaughter said: “This is devastating news for the local community and beyond.
