Sky has confirmed 2,000 jobs at the company at risk of being axed as part of its latest restructuring plans in a concerning sign for the UK economy.
The parent company of Sky News announced roles at its customers service centres will be facing the axe as part of proposals being drawn up.
Under the proposals, it is understood that three UK sites will be shut down, which would impact seven per cent of of Sky’s overall workforce.
It should be noted that the company’s proposal for job cuts are currently subject to consultation, Sky News reports.
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The customer service contact centres in question are believed to be locations in Stockport, Sheffield and Leeds Central.
Furthermore, operations in Dunfermline and Newcastle are also set to be impacted by this latest business decision.
As part of the plan, Sky reviled it planned a multi-million pound investment in its Livingston site to build a “centre of excellence”.
This is part of the company’s efforts to respond to evolving consumer habits and a decline in calls from customers. sought to adapt to changing customer habits and declining call volumes.
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