Union told no jobs will be lost in Bernard Matthews takeover

No jobs will be lost at Bernard Matthews. Credit: PA wire.

A union representing workers at Bernard Matthews says it has been reassured no jobs will be lost after the company was sold.

The turkey producer was officially bought by Ranjit Singh Boparan, owner of the 2 Sisters Food Group, late yesterday.

Today Unite met with representatives from his private office at the Bernard Matthews headquarters in Great Witchingham in Norfolk.

Regional officer Steve Harley said the talks had been positive - and hinted at new venture for the company in the future.

Mr Harley said he also now understood that the takeover would not affect members' pensions - despite previous fears.