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BP predicts sales of over 1.6 million hot drinks and 750k baked goods this Christmas

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As the nation prepares to travel to friends and family for Christmas, BP is getting ready for the seasonal surge as thousands stop off to fuel up, charge their electric vehicles or stock up on food, drink and last-minute gifts. BP will be open late…

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