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More consumers seeking alternatives to chocolate eggs at Easter, survey shows

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According to product intelligence platform Vypr, a significant 39% of consumers are cutting back on chocolate eggs this year, while 24% plan less than £5 in on Easter gifts. While health concerns have led 29% of consumers to scale back their Easter egg purchases, sustainability…

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