More than 700 Bakkavor workers in Spalding set to strike over pay
Manufacturer expresses disappointment at union workers’ decision to strike claiming the proposed pay increase was ‘well above inflation and national living wage’
Revenue rises at Baker & Baker’s UK operations but profits fall in 2023
Volumes remained stable ‘demonstrating the company’s resilience’ but UK performance lags behind the wider Baker & Baker group which reported a rise in revenue and profits for 2023
Distribution gains see sales of Baker Street rye loaves soar
St Pierre Groupe-owned brand sees sales of its Seeded Rye and Rye & Wheat wrapped loaves increase by 84.8% in value and 94.3% in volume compared to 2023
Cool runnings: equipment suppliers Penmann and Newsome announce merger
Strategic move combines the strengths of the two West Yorkshire-based companies to offer customers enhanced temperature control and dehumidification solutions
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