Government: Strike 'will do nothing to secure future jobs of Remploy staff'
– A Department for Work and Pensions spokesmanWe're disappointed that the unions are taking strike action which will do nothing to secure the future jobs of Remploy staff.
The Government would encourage the trade unions to fully engage with Remploy during the consultation process to provide the best possible support and success for disabled staff who may leave the company.
Strong emotions underpin Remploy strike action
While a leading disability charity backs the shutdown, strike action against Government closures of 27 factories reveals a complex issue.
Remploy striker hits out at Government factory closures
Disabled worker Neil Pearce said the shutdown of half of the company's factories across the UK is a "cop out" by the Government.