PepsiCo Looking to Close U.K. Factory, Threatening Almost 400 Jobs

Snack and beverage maker PepsiCo is considering closing its Walkers Crisp factory in northern England, Reuters reports, threatening 380 jobs. “The changes we are proposing present significant productivity and efficiency savings crucial for ensuring the long-term sustainable growth of our business in the U.K.,” PepsiCo U.K. manufacturing director Tracey Foster told Reuters.