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IFA to mount protest against Carlow sugar factory closure

The Irish Farmers Association (IFA) is due to mount a demonstration in Carlow today to protest at Greencore's decision to close its sugar factory in the town.

IFA to mount protest against Carlow sugar factory closure

Tue, 25 Jan, 2005 - 08:50

The Irish Farmers Association (IFA) is due to mount a demonstration in Carlow today to protest at Greencore's decision to close its sugar factory in the town.

The company is planning to consolidate its sugar protection in Mallow, Co Cork, this March. More than 300 workers in Carlow are expected to lose their jobs because of the move.

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