Scottish & Newcastle has refused to rule out reports it is considering funding a solo bid for Carlsberg’s stake in Baltic Beverages Holding, the Eastern European joint venture between the two brewers.

Speaking to just-drinks today (29 October) about the possibility of such a move, a spokesperson for S&N said: “All options remain open to the company.”

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