John Prescott yesterday gave his support to 1,150 Jaguar workers whose jobs are under threat.
The Deputy Prime Minister urged Jaguar to reconsider its decision to shed the jobs when he met workers from the Browns Lane plant, Coventry, yesterday.
Ford announced the job losses earlier this month and unions believe it will lead to the effective closure of two plants in the West Midlands.
Mr Prescott, who has a Jaguar for his personal use as well as a Government one, said: "These are quality cars built, produced and designed here in Britain.
"We want to make sure they continue to be built, produced and designed here."
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