Up to 40 employees could be made redundant, with some being offered alternative positions in Brigg. Falcon has been outsourcing for some time but some high-end bikes were still assembled in the UK. All production moves overseas in June.

Falcon closes UK production line

Steven Bell, Falcon Cycle’s MD, said:

"With expanding sales in a competitive market it is essential that Falcon continued to reduce costs to offer its retailers the best products at the best prices."

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