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flag Aberdeenshire butcher Donald Russell to close, citing financial struggles, risking 120 jobs.

flag Donald Russell, a 50-year-old Aberdeenshire butcher, is preparing to close after a financial review cited rising costs, volatile meat prices, and unpredictable energy bills as unsustainable. flag The company, which employs around 120 people and supplies premium meat to restaurants and consumers, is entering a 45-day statutory consultation, potentially leading to job losses. flag Despite a slight rise in turnover to £30.4 million in 2024, it reported a pre-tax loss of £3.5 million. flag The closure follows the shutdown of its Kintore cold storage center in August, which eliminated 70 jobs. flag Officials and MPs have expressed concern over the impact on local jobs, farmers, and the regional food sector. flag A sale remains possible, but the company is preparing for closure.

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