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BAE SYSTEMS TO LAY OFF NEARLY 1700 EMPLOYEES
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LONDON, BAE Systems announced it is to cut 1669 workers in jobs in its regional jets business because of a downturn in orders after Sept. 11. The cuts will hit the plants in Manchester and Prestwick, in Scotland. Union leaders have considered the job losses "devastating".
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AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency
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