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Friday 4th June 2010

Reaction to events in West Cumbria

The primary concern for Sellafield Ltd is the welfare of our workforce, and we have put a number of measures in place to ensure that the needs of our employees who have been affected directly or indirectly by the events in West Cumbria are being met.

We have 24 members of staff available from our on-site medical department who are all fully trained and qualified to offer bereavement counselling and support. Our site chaplain is also on hand should employees wish to contact him.

At all times, we have an employee support service that provides employees with any support they need in total confidence. The three Sellafield unions, Prospect, GMB and Unite, are also on hand should employees wish to contact them.

We have issued a notice to all employees reminding them that this support is available.  Sellafield Ltd is by far the largest employer in the region and we pride ourselves on our reputation of being a good neighbour. To this end, we have been in contact with other local organisations offering support if needed.