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Andy Gregory
Sep 25, 2019
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Travel company Thomas Cook went bust on Monday, after the UK government refused financial aid to stop it from going into liquidation.
In the wake of the devastating news that 22,000 employees around the world would lose their jobs, including 9,000 people in the UK, many local businesses have offered to help those affected.
Whether it be offering free taxis, drinks or even potential employment, increasing numbers of businesses are doing what they can to show solidarity.
Several firms pledged to cater for their travel needs.
Calling all Thomas Cook employees! We understand this is a very difficult time for you all so McDonald Automotive w… https://t.co/susobx8gis— McDonald Automotive (@McDonald Automotive) 1569408453
Thought I'd chuck it on here just incase it helps anyone, my work, Coastal Cars in Montrose, will do free taxis fro… https://t.co/OqvzkmyMGM— Aidano Mackellarini🇮🇹 (@Aidano Mackellarini🇮🇹) 1569250883
Some focused on the absolute essentials
The Village Centre Cafe , Maxwell Drive, East Kilbride is giving free meals till the end of the month to any Thomas… https://t.co/pM1J0jZoN3— Willie JOHNSTON (@Willie JOHNSTON) 1569245896
Others offered some much-needed entertainment
PHANTOMS OFFER THOMAS COOK STAFF FREE TICKETS FOR SUNDAY’S GAME Following the news of the collapse of Thomas Cook,… https://t.co/wSVvhbXl4u— Peterborough Phantoms (@Peterborough Phantoms) 1569253733
Thomas Cook passengers get a free day at Seaworld! https://t.co/iOfsxsNrtu— Flight Attendant (@Flight Attendant) 1569410921
Some companies offered former employees help with finding their feet again
After yesterday’s news that many people lost their jobs following the collapse of Thomas Cook, Southend printing sh… https://t.co/v5uBZHBuu5— Your Southend (@Your Southend) 1569317973
Anyone who worked in the marketing, web or social media department of Thomas Cook feel free to send your CV our way… https://t.co/gjJTiukJQY— YAPA™ (@YAPA™) 1569241990
…in some cases washed down with free drinks
Pryzm Nottingham giving free entry and free drinks to Thomas Cook Employees who just lost their jobs https://t.co/lUPtvnh7iG— Hattie (@Hattie) 1569267373
Despite suffering their own disappointment, Thomas Cook customers were among the most generous, with the passengers of one plane donating £5,000
👏 A plane passenger organised a whip round for Thomas Cook staff after the company went bust Read more: more:… https://t.co/e72iVArARI— BBC Wales News (@BBC Wales News) 1569349507
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