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New shopper and retailer competition from Walkers

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Walkers has launched limited-edition ‘talent packs’ as a vehicle for an on-pack promotion for consumers and a competition for impulse retailers, as part of the ‘No Walkers, No Game’ campaign. Walkers has announced an exclusive convenience competition, offering retailers the chance to win football experiences…

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