Accounts Department...

From an ex-worker who was there approximately 1979: “I did a two week stint at Holloways. I was in the ‘accounts’ department but it was a series of rows of desks with adding machines on – we had to add down the production sheets and cross cast them. I managed two whole weeks but hated every minute – a buzzer went and we were allowed to go to the canteen but I rarely did.”

Personnel Department...

For those of us who experienced a few issues while working at the factory, there was a ‘Personnel Department’ where you could discuss your problems. I don’t remember this being much more than a woman in an office simply making notes without offering much in the way of practical advice, but maybe others found it more useful. When I really needed help one time, the lady who was the older of the two managers at Riverside Works (bubble bath and shampoo section) was far more understanding.