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Barratt debuts ‘Fun and Fantastic’ range for the convenience channel

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Barratt has announced the launch of a new range of ‘Fun and Fantastic’ hanging bags for convenience stores as the brand sets its sights on growing market share in the channel. The ‘Fun and Fantastic’ range offers the consumer a selection of soft gums and jellies in unique shapes created to capture the imagination. The …

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