All Finance articles – Page 14
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NewsMore 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’
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NewsAllied Bakeries drivers in Glasgow secure 8.5% salary increase
Manufacturer of Kingsmill, Allinson’s, and Sunblest bakery brands agrees two-year deal following a pay ballot participating in by Unite trade union members
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InterviewRoll with it: how Scottish bakery Mortons Rolls is rebuilding
Under its new ownership, the Glasgow-based business has ambitions to become the ‘king of rolls’
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NewsPladis offers 18 weeks’ paid leave to parents under new policy
Manufacturer behind McVitie’s, Jacob’s and other snacking brands introduces a policy for new parents across its global workforce, promoting a more inclusive and supportive workplace
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NewsThe Modern Boulangerie calls time on ‘dream’ bakery shop in Ramsgate
Viennoiserie specialist couldn’t cope with the “perfect storm” of rising labour and ingredients costs as well as a drop in footfall due to poor weather conditions
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NewsHow bakers can tap into the UK’s growing food-to-go market
A new report from the AHDB highlights premium meal deals, trending flavours, and healthier options as key strategies to consider for food-to-go ranges
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NewsWHSmith launches new Smith’s Kitchen café format
The retailer will look to open more own-brand foodservice outlets at UK travel destinations after unveiling its inaugural café at Princess Anne Hospital in Southampton
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NewsBirds Bakery raises £96,000 for charity as store revamps continue
The East Midlands chain has given substantial donations to various organisations in recent months, plus a fresh new look to its Burton-upon-Trent store
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NewsCotswold bakery launches coffee club for £30 a month
Huffkins has unveiled a Coffee Club which allows subscribers to redeem up to three drinks a day for a fixed monthly price. The move comes shortly after Pret made major changes to its coffee subscription
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NewsGreggs unveils plans for national distribution centre in Kettering
Planning permission is being sought for the centre at Symmetry Park which, if approved, will be operational in the first half of 2027
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FeatureHow one baker is being impacted by soaring chocolate prices
Vegan brownie supplier Cake or Death is looking to transform its operations after the price of chocolate more than doubled in six months
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FeatureHow to navigate breadmaking wheat supply challenges in 2024
What is behind the UK wheat market’s volatility, what should bakers consider when sourcing flour from abroad, and how can technology play a part in alleviating challenges?
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NewsUnox UK carry 140kg combi oven up Ben Nevis for charity
A 25-strong team from the supplier carried its 10-grid ChefTop-X combi oven up Britain’s highest mountain to help raise over £22k for charity
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NewsTribunal rules against Jones Village Bakery in blind worker dismissal
Wrexham-based manufacturer was found to have not given reasonable adjustments to a visually impaired worker before ending his employment six weeks into probation
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NewsPatisserie Valerie agrees foodservice distribution deal
Partnership sees the handmade cake specialist’s range extended to independent cafés and hotels across the UK and Ireland
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NewsCornish Bakery appoints new MD and secures funding for growth
Hospitality specialist Mat Finch has been brought in to lead the independent bakery chain with a new financing package helping expand and improve its retail footprint
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NewsGreggs to create 600 jobs with frozen production site in Derby
The site in Spondon is expected to be operational in late 2026 and will provide additional manufacturing capacity for sweet and savoury products
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Product NewsSubway launches Footlong Sidekicks range at UK stores
Sandwich chain unveils new elongated cookies, churros, and tortilla wraps, as it begins rollout of revamped digitial experience including self-service kiosks
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NewsFormer Project D worker awarded £31k in harassment case
Employment tribunal finds Derby-based doughnut specialist to have failed to take a former worker’s sexual harassment complaint seriously
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FeatureHow to cope with chocolate price volatility in bakery
Chocolate remains a firm favourite among bakery consumers, but its recent price spike has caused bakers to look for alternatives