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Parfetts reports success with Au Vodka partnership

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Stockport-based wholesaler Parfetts has reported strong results from its recent partnership with Au Vodka, with the campaign driving sales and rewarding one Go Local retailer with a shiny new vehicle. As part of the promotion, Billy Singh, owner of Thorne Convenience Store in Doncaster, won…

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