British Steel proposes closure of Scunthorpe furnaces to reduce costs and emissions

British integrated steelmaker British Steel said on 22 February that it would close its furnaces to reduce costs and carbon dioxide emissions, in a move that could result in 260 job cuts. In addition, further 'rationalisation' and cost-cutting measures could be taken. The coke ovens at the Scunthorpe plant are nearing the end of their […]