Sky plans to cut 600 jobs including workers in Leeds

Around 600 jobs are to be cut from Sky's UK operation, which could include roles in Leeds.

The media giant has launched a consultation on proposed changes affecting around 900 roles, including 600 expected "exits". The effort to slim down its technology team comes after the launch of streaming services including Sky Glass and Sky Stream, and investment in broadband and mobile infrastructure.

Teams at its Leeds, Osterley and Livingston sites will be affected. The plans are not understood to be a cost cutting exercise, but rather a re-focussing on to stay ahead of competitors and build on its existing technology rather than create new platforms.

A Sky spokesperson: "Over the past few years, Sky has launched a set of market-leading products including Sky Glass, Sky Stream and our full fibr