UK: IMPLICATIONS FOR MARKET OF DEMISE OF ESCORT

Article Abstract:

The ending of production of the Ford Escort, whose last model left the production line on 22 July 2000, is thought to indicate a change in the nature of the automotive market. The Escort, which was produced in Dagenham and first appeared in the UK in 1968, was typical of the values of the middle market. With its demise, Dagenham will no longer produce entire cars. The next generation of Fords, such as the Focus, are more international than local in feel. They are also divided more clearly into two brackets: basic and special, signifying the decline of the middle market.

Market information - general

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UK: FORD PROBED OVER DAGENHAM PLANS

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The Greater London Authority (GLA) is to hold discussions with Ian McAllister, the chairman of Ford UK, and John Carew, the car maker's director of manufacturing. The meeting has been called by the GLA to discuss the future of Ford's Dagenham car plant, which is scheduled to cease production of vehicles in favour of engine production. The GLA has raised concerns over the estimated 1,900 jobs to be lost at the plant as a result of car production coming to an end.

Strategy & planning, Ford Motor Company Ltd.

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UK: ARMY ADVISES FORD OVER RACISM

Article Abstract:

Car manufacturer, Ford, has asked the Army for help in restructuring its equal opportunities policy. As a result, Ford has appointed a diversity manager whose brief is to improve the record of promoting black and Asian candidates, as well as women, at Ford UK. In addition, diversity committees will be established to concentrate on the interests of staff from ethnic minorities as well as hotlines where employees can report racial harassment.

Personnel administration, Compensation and benefits

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