Drinks

UK Glass Strikes Could Hit Alcohol-Free and Alcoholic Drink Supplies

Strike action at Encirc’s large UK glass plant could disrupt bottle supplies for both alcoholic and no/low-alcohol brands in the coming months. With staff raising concerns about safety, wellbeing and job cuts, the dispute may affect how easily favourite beers, spirits and alcohol-free options reach supermarket shelves. Consumers watching their drinking might want to know what knock-on effects to expect and how long disruption could last.