Chadderton - final nail

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I used search engine to no avail...so sorry if there is another thread.
But, the great Avro plant at Chadderton will be closing finally on Friday March 2nd 2012.
Lots of chatter about a very large re-union and a big drink somewhere close by.
She had a long and slow death, following a glittering and historic life.
The best factory and people I have ever worked with.

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That really is very sad.........

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Since I started at Woodford there were constant rumours of Chadderton closing so it's ironic that it actually outlived Woodford in the end.
What a mess we've made of the aircraft industry in this country. :(