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Radio campaign for Pom-Bear snacks

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KP Snacks has launched a £250,000 radio campaign for its Pom-Bear snacks brand. The campaign will run until September in partnership with Magic Radio and features the product’s core range including Original, Cheese & Onion, and Salt & Vinegar. Prizes offered during the campaign include a glamping adventure for four this summer, with listeners playing …

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