The luxury boat dealership was placed into administration last week, and while it continues to trade, 130 people have been made redundant, delivering a major blow to the local community.

Chichester District Council will be writing to all staff being made redundant and inviting them to a drop-in session at the district council offices in East Pallant, Chichester, on August 28^th between 10am-2pm. They will then be able to get advice from a redundancy support officer at the South East England Development Agency (SEEDA) as well as district council officers from the housing and benefits teams.

Any employee who would like to seek advice and support before this date can arrange an appointment by calling 01243 534669.

Councillor Maureen Elliott, Economy Portfolio Holder for Chichester District Council, said: "We were extremely sad to hear last week that BA Peters plc had gone into administration with the subsequent loss of 130 jobs. The company has had a positive effect on the local economy, both in terms of employment and supporting activities in the district. It also made a significant contribution to the UK marine industry.

"Our Economic Development Service has been helping where it can, working in partnership with SEEDA and other organisations, and through this drop-in session, we will be offering as much support and guidance as possible to the staff who have been made redundant."

Chichester District Council Business Support Officers are available to discuss any issue that impacts upon the growth and development of businesses in the district. The team will provide a first class confidential support and advice service without charge.

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