HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) says it will vacate its buildings in Newport, central Cardiff and Pontypridd in 2009, relocating staff to Llanishen, Cardiff. Its Llanelli office and the Custom House in Swansea will also be closed, with staff moved to operations at HMRC's Ty Nant building in Swansea. Despite a vociferous campaign the decision is a blow to Newport.The Newport East MP Jessica Morden describes the move as "shameful". "This is terrible news for the whole of Newport but this is not the end of the line. We will continue to fight for the services by appealing this decision." Newport East AM, John Griffiths added: "I am bitterly disappointed that this decision has been made. It is important to retain these jobs to ensure Newport continues to be a thriving city of opportunity for all." One hundred and forty workers are employed at the Newport office near Clarence Place , following their relocation only an enquiry office will remain in the city
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