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UK Windows and Doors: 500 jobs to go as firm goes bust (www.bbc.com)

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UK Windows and Doors enters administration, with hundreds of jobs to go at four sites in Wales.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

An example of another government effort to gather up unused windows and send them to Ukraine:

https://sundries.com.ua/en/the-lithuanian-capital-will-share-window-glass-with-ukraine/

The Lithuanian capital will share window glass with Ukraine

Window glass is what the cities and villages of Ukraine affected by enemy shelling need today. Unfortunately, the country is unable to meet this need. Residents and businesses of Vilnius are urged to hand over windows and double-glazed windows to restore housing in Ukraine damaged by Russian shelling. The corresponding address was made by the mayor of the Lithuanian capital Remigijus Šimašius on Facebook.

According to him, mayors and residents of Ukrainian cities are asking for help in restoring windows, as many houses have holes covered with cardboard instead of windows.

“If you are a business, you may still have windows from your renovated home. If you make glass, you can contribute to helping Ukraine. I have already invited companies from the Municipality of Vilnius, the community of developers and members of the Lithuanian Builders’ Association. Thank you to everyone who responded quickly,” – Šimašius wrote.

He also called on his compatriots to make an inventory of their garages and dachas in search of building materials that could remain after the repairs. While, glass sheets with an area of at least 1 square meter are suitable for collection. (possible with frames) and double-glazed windows. Shimashius noted the points where you can pass.

The self-government of the Lithuanian capital is taking over the delivery of glass to Ukraine.