NEWS of job losses at Keighley College has understandably been greeted with sadness this week.

We've become rather more used recently to hearing of companies in the area taking on new recruits, rather than shedding posts.

Of course, only the college is aware of the factors behind its restructuring.

But it is to be hoped that whatever the outcome, those staff affected will be given due support.

And it goes without saying that the education of the students must not be affected. Keighley College has developed an enviable reputation for its provision and no-one would want that jeopardising.