26 March 2008
Tony Woodley, joint general secretary of Unite the union, said of today's announcement that if Jaguar Land Rover had to be sold then Tata was the best option.
"We would have much preferred Ford to keep the companies in the family, so to speak, especially with Land Rover being so profitable," he said. "but with the commitments Tata have given to the future of Jaguar Land Rover and the long term supply agreements for components, especially engines from Bridgend and Dagenham, we're obviously pleased they are in the game."
Mr. Woodley added that there was disappointment that Ford had decided against taking a stake in the new future. "That is a big disappointment." he added.
