Anything that can be done must be done so that these jobs can be saved.

'SIPTU members are shocked at announcement of lay-offs at Tara Mines'

'Their union SIPTU is calling for improved pay and conditions'

This is a big loss to the workers, communities, and to the vibrancy of the towns of villages in Offaly.

It's a terrible situation that workers have to fight legally to get their legal entitlements.