Spain-based confectioner Chupa Chups has laid off 80 temporary workers at its factory in Asturias, in the northwest of the country, and 20 temporary workers at its factory in Barcelona.

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The 100 layoffs were due to a downward production trend planned for 2003. The plants in Asturias and Barcelona have been operating at 60% of their capacity since the beginning of 2003, compared to 100% in 2002.

The company added that the job cuts were in line with its strategy, reported the Spanish News Digest.

Chupa Chups posted a net loss of €18m (US$19.4m) for 2002 and a 20% fall in yearly turnover.

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