CO2 shortage forces beer rationing and shuts down major abattoir

The country's largest wholesaler is rationing supplies of some beers and soft drinks as the shortage of carbon dioxide (CO2) gas starts to bite consumers.Booker - which was bought by Tesco earlier this year - said customers including pubs, restaurants and stores were already being given limited stocks.A spokesperson said: ""Due to the international shortage of CO2, we are experiencing some supply issues on soft drinks and beer.