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New Giant edition for Jammie Dodgers

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Jammie Dodgers has launched a new Giant edition, available to independents via wholesalers including Spar distributors CJ Lang, Appleby Westward and AF Blakemore. The Giant single-serve Jammie Dodger is the brand’s third format, alongside traditional and mini biscuits. The 50g biscuits come in a shelf-ready…

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