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Henry Saker-Clark

Slump in pound could push up price of pint, says brewery boss

Many hops used by UK brewers are imported (Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company/PA) (Picture: PA Media)

The price of a pint could rise as a result of the falling pound, the boss of one of the UK’s biggest brewers has warned.

Paul Davies, chief executive officer of the Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company, said the pound’s slide to a record low was “worrying” for the beer sector.

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