The Mayor of Swindon expressed sympathy to those affected by Honda closing its plant.

Coun Junab Ali said: “I am saddened to hear that Honda will be closing its Swindon plant in 2021 and my heart goes out to every single person who will be affected.

“Throughout the years, the company has played an extremely important role in Swindon’s economic success and I’m sure I speak for many people when I say Honda will be hugely missed.

“But it is important to remember that Swindon is a resilient town with an unshakable sense of community spirit which will see us through the challenges we face.”