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Steel fabrication firm creating more than 100 jobs in South Wales

The investment by William Hare Group is being backed by the Welsh Government

Economy Minister Ken Skates, left, with Joe Newman of William Hare

Global firm William Hare Group is creating more than 100 new jobs at its steel fabrication factory in South Wales.

Through subsidiary William Hare Ltd, it has invested more than £10m on the acquisition and development of the former Rowecord Engineering plant in Risca.

The Welsh Government has provided £350,000 in financial support towards the new factory project.

The site currently employs 23 with the new jobs being created over the next two years.

Chief executive of William Hare Group, David Hodgkiss, said: "As a business we pride ourselves on our ability to quickly meet the changing requirements of our clients.

"The acquisition and investment of the Risca facility will continue to improve productivity, meeting our client’s needs through creating local jobs and supporting other businesses in the area.”

Economy Minister Ken Skates, on a visit to the factory, said: "I’m delighted the Welsh Government is supporting William Hare Ltd's plans to grow in Risca, securing jobs and create new ones.

“As a government, we have demonstrated over many years how we are a steadfast supporter of the steel industry and today’s announcement is proof of that.