Kellogg's is to close its factory in Greater Manchester at the end of 2026 with the loss of about 360 jobs. Kellanova, which runs the cereal giant, made the announcement after the end of three-month talks with union and employee representatives. The firm said the negotiations had ended in a formal agreement with enhanced redundancy packages for staff at its Trafford Park plant and redeployment where possible. Kellanova first announced the potential closure of the 90-year-old base in February, citing its age and a "large amount of redundant space". About one million boxes of cereals including Corn Flakes, Rice Krispies, and Coco Pops are made there every day. Chris Silcock, UK managing director, said the closure was "nothing to do with the outstanding people" who work there. Mr Silcock said the firm would soon begin exploring options for what will happen to the plant. Kellanova said it would aim to keep Kellogg's production volumes in the UK. The company’s Wrexham factories and headquarters in Salford's MediaCity, which currently employ about 1,000 people, will not be affected.
