Na h-Eileanan an Iar SNP MP Angus Brendan MacNeil has expressed his concern at media reports that Burntisland Fabricators, (BiFab) is on the verge of calling in administrators.

Bi-Fab has a yard at Arnish on the Isle of Lewis which employs in the region of 150 staff, in addition to two yards in Fife.

Commenting Angus MacNeil said:

“This is a massive blow for the workforce at Arnish and their families who will undoubtedly be very worried.

“It is imperative that all agencies come together to save these jobs.

“I have tonight contacted Fergus Ewing MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Rural Economy.”

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