Abu Bakr introduces low-price back-to-school hot meals, snacks and drinks

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As thousands of children head back to school this September, Leeds-based Abu Bakr Supermarket has unveiled a brand-new range of  low-price kids’ meals, with prices starting from just £1.50. The new menu will be available from the Food 2 Go counters in every Abu Bakr…

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