An automotive factory in Llanelli is to close with 220 job losses by the end of 2019. Schaeffler has been consulting with its workforce since November on what it called its "difficult proposals" to shut after more than 60 years. Redundancies will begin about halfway through the year. The decision is not Brexit-driven although it has been a factor. The company has been looking at its business and restructuring. Schaeffler is expected to work with staff members, unions and the Welsh Government to try to find alternative employment in the area for those losing their jobs. The plant has been in production since 1957.