SKYE, Lochaber and Badenoch MSP Kate Forbes has issued a statement about the ongoing takeover of the Rio Tinto smelter in Lochaber.
Ms Forbes told The Oban Times: ‘I am conscious the past several months have been a worrying time for workers – not least because discussions and decisions are going on behind closed doors.
‘A short-list of bidders has now been drawn up, and the Government is engaging with all parties as part of the strategic review process. I imagine further announcements will follow before the end of the year. It is important the right bid is selected and this requires time and rigorous scrutiny.’