A large number of jobs in Yorkshire may be at risk amid new plans by a Bradford-based national supermarket chain, it has been reported.

Morrisons is reportedly planning to step back from its relationship with at least 83 property maintenance suppliers in favour of a move a to a single provider for repairs. With Morrisons being based in Bradford and a number of the contracts dating back many years, many of the companies affected are thought to be based in the Bradford district.

The company is also reported to be cutting around 50 property maintenance jobs at its Bradford head office and across the country.

The Telegraph & Argus contacted Morrisons for comment.

A spokesperson replied: “We are proposing some important changes and improvements to our maintenance model through a new national partnership with City FM, but we anticipate many of our existing suppliers to continue to work for Morrisons under subcontracting arrangements.

“We are endeavouring to communicate and execute these changes carefully and thoughtfully with all those affected.”