Yves Rocher, the French skincare company, ceased operations in Cork last year, transferring production to Brittany, with the loss of 60 jobs.

Yves Rocher looks set to cut its workforce in Cork by 50%, meaning at least 50 jobs could be lost.

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French skincare giant Yves Rocher is shedding jobs and cutting operational activity by a third at its Cork manufacturing plant.