Brexit deal could spell further disaster for Kilmarnock's Mahle plant - MSP claims

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Kilmarnock plant manager Philipp Tallafuss apparently told the politician that new tariffs could make matters ‘worse’ for the firm.

The Kilmarnock and Irvine Valley SNP MSP said he gained assurances from Mr Tallafuss that there was still a “long life time” for the firm in the town despite slashing jobs.“The news that any jobs are at risk is clearly a huge worry, especially at this time,” Mr Coffey said.“But the plant manager Philipp Tallafuss confirmed to me that there is a long life time left for the Kilmarnock plant.“The bad news right now is that 17 jobs were at immediate risk at the plant.“Despite his orders being good at the moment, the overall trend was downwards in sales and with great regret, they could not retain the 17 posts.“I.