Heineken to axe 8,000 jobs after pub and bar closures hammer sales

A four pack of Heineken beer featuring the new 100% plastic-free cardboard topper, which has been developed by the drinks brand to eliminate the use of plastic rings that have traditionally held cans together (PA)

Beer giant Heineken is to slash 8,000 jobs globally after sales plunged sharply following the closure of pubs and bars.

The Dutch brewer said it will cut almost 10% of its 85,000 staff as part of its efforts to save €2bn over the next two years.