'Sought after skills': ScottishPower to offer 'jobs lifeline' to Grangemouth workers

James Murray
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Credit: ScottishPower

Energy giant says it is looking to recruit 1,000 people next year and is keen to tap into skills base provided by Grangemouth refinery ahead of its closure

ScottishPower has today announced plans to offer a 'jobs lifeline' to workers facing redundancy at the Grangemouth refinery, as it looks to hire around a 1,000 people next year to support its green energy...

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