05/01/2012
Honda is the latest car manufacturer to create new jobs in the UK.
The company is set to employ up to 500 people in 2012 as production on its vehicles increases. Work has already begun on its latest generation Civic model at its plant in Swindon.
Manabu Nishimae, president of Honda Motor Europe, says that the organisation is totally committed to building cars and engines in Europe, with Swindon being at the heart of this activity.
The creation of the new jobs was announced by Andy Piatek, manufacturing director at Honda UK. He said that the company would return to a two-shift operation in late spring 2012 and that this would require 500 new workers alongside its current 3000-strong workforce.
David Cameron, prime minster of the UK, welcomed the news: “This is great news and a tremendous boost to the workforce, the car industry and UK manufacturing.
“Honda is contributing to a real renaissance in the UK automotive industry, we have a highly skilled workforce and we continue to be at the forefront of new technology and development. Its success is of great importance to our economy and we are committed to do all that we can to see this vital industry grow and thrive.”
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