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Bazooka Candy Brands names Brentford FC official candy partner

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Bazooka Candy Brands has become the official candy partner of Brentford FC and will feature on digital platforms throughout the Gtech Community Stadium on matchdays. The coverage will focus on its core brands including Juicy Drop, Bazooka and Push Pop. Fran Jones, Brentford’s commercial director,…

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