Bremworth plans to lay off 47 employees in Whanganui

Bremworth, a wool carpet company, is considering laying off 47 employees as part of a major restructuring plan. This proposal was presented to staff on March 13 and has caused significant concern among workers. The layoffs would reduce the company's workforce from 285 to 238. In total, 13 salaried positions in New Zealand and Australia would be cut, along with 34 waged positions in manufacturing and warehouses. At the Whanganui plant, 20 workers would lose their jobs, including the entire night shift of 17 staff members. Employees at all levels are invited to apply for voluntary redundancy as the company navigates this challenging time. The atmosphere at the company has been tense, with many workers visibly upset.