A number of employees at the Royal Mint in Llantrisant will lose their jobs as part of a strategy to secure its future.

It is understood around 80 roles are affected at the Rhondda Cynon Taf site, with mostly central support roles impacted.

In a statement, the company confirmed it is consulting with a number of employees as “part of a strategy to secure the long-term future of The Royal Mint”.

“We deeply value the contribution of all our employees, and our top priority is to treat our people with respect and look after their wellbeing throughout this process,” it added.