Moray MP Douglas Ross has expressed his sadness after Johnstons of Elgin announced the ‘difficult decision’ to cut jobs, blaming effects on their business from the Coronavirus Lockdown.
Commenting, Douglas said: ““This is an extremely worrying time for everyone working at Johnstons of Elgin and their families.
“The coronavirus crisis has negatively impacted so many sections of our economy, and now the impact is being felt here too.
“I will be doing my utmost as local MP to ensure job losses are kept to a minimum and that those who do leave can be assisted in finding new opportunities.
“In times like these it’s absolutely essential for both the Scottish and UK governments to work together to help companies like this.
“Johnstons is an important local employer that has a proud history here in Moray – we have to ensure it can recover and re-emerge from the pandemic stronger than ever.”