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British Sugar Proposes Closure of Cantley Factory on Norfolk Broads, Putting Over 100 Jobs at Risk
British Sugar has announced plans to close its Cantley sugar factory in Norfolk, potentially affecting over 100 employees. The facility, which produces 130,000 tonnes of sugar annually and underwent an £11m upgrade last year, could shut by February 2027. The company cites low European sugar prices, high energy costs, and declining demand.
Jul 21, 2026 1 source