Talks may avert sugar factory closure

THERE is a definite commitment by the Government and Greencore to continue sugar production in Mallow over the short term, according to the local Development Partnership.

It is understood the Partnership has held meetings with Agriculture and Food Minister Mary Coughlan and other interests over the past week on the future of Mallow Sugar Factory.

John McDonnell, chairman, said despite earlier predictions of imminent closure, it is now very clear that there is every reason sugar processing should continue at Mallow over the next two years at least.