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Around 150 roles in Ireland may be impacted as part of organisational changes at Diageo.

The changes form part of the drinks giant’s previously announced plans to redesign its operating framework, as it looks to create a more competitive business and deliver sustainable returns for shareholders.

A Diageo spokesperson said: “In February [interims] we shared our intention to redesign our operating framework, to drive sustainable returns for shareholders by delivering a more competitive Diageo".

"We will always prioritise informing our colleagues of any organisational changes first and have committed to update shareholders on our progress at a Capital Markets Day on 6 August.”

The update follows Diageo’s interim results announcement earlier this year, when the company outlined plans to reshape its business structure as part of a broader efficiency drive.

In January, the drinks giant was reported to be considering a sale of its China assets as part of an operational review.