Fentimans loss is 'bad for Hexham' (opens original article in a new tab)

AG Barr will close Fentimans' Hexham office, leading to 29 job losses and community concern about the impact on the town.

• AG Barr will close Fentimans' Hexham office and 29 employees will be made redundant.
• Local residents and a Labour MP described the job losses as negative for the community.
• AG Barr stated the decision was made to ensure the long-term growth of the Fentimans brand.