All articles by Jerome Smail – Page 8
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Pret boosts funds for people in need with baguette donations
The chain is donating 20p per purchase of its best-selling baguettes throughout April in aid of jobs for those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, refugees and ex-offenders
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Walker’s Shortbread unveils new Global Travel Retailer range
The 19-strong product line-up, launched in partnership with retailer Dufry, will be available in more than 55 travel sites worldwide
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Barry Callebaut announces plans to close Merseyside factory
A consultation has begun with employees at the Moreton site, which has experienced a ‘significant decrease’ in customer requirements and volume
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Supply issues and rising costs to be discussed at BSB conference
UK Flour Millers’ Alex Waugh, Andy Pollard of AB Mauri and Peter Baker of Finsbury Foods will discuss the challenges of passing costs on to major retailers and smaller customers
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Federation of Bakers: cost rises could put bread supply at risk
Chief executive Gordon Polson has written to the environment secretary warning that bread could become unavailable and businesses unviable without government support
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How are bakery sector giants becoming more sustainable?
We round up some of the significant environmental commitments and goals large manufacturers in the bakery space have made within their wider ESG strategies
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Riverside Bakery strike postponed due to improved pay offer
Unite has called off the walk-out by more than 170 of its members to allow workers time to vote on a new proposal tabled by The Compleat Food Group
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Lovingly Artisan and Matthews join forces for Ukraine appeal
The two companies are discounting and donating in a push to urge bakers to raise funds for the British Red Cross Ukraine Crisis Appeal
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Bakers urged to ensure compliance with calorie labelling law
Bureau Veritas says large out of home food businesses must be ready for the new rules coming into effect in April
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Pladis unveils ‘healthier’ McVitie’s Rich Tea Delights
The new version of the classic dunker contains 30% less sugar than the typical semi-sweet biscuit and sits outside upcoming HFSS regulation, according to the manufacturer
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Defra announces changes to Extended Producer Responsibility
The government’s response to an industry consultation has revealed adjustments to the cost liabilities placed on producers for packaging waste
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Jobs at risk as Pladis proposes Manchester site restructure
The snack manufacturer warned 159 out of 470 roles at the factory could be lost because of the plan
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Jones Village Bakery seals supply deal with Five Guys
The Wrexham-based business will make buns and rolls for UK branches of the fast-growing American burger chain
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Costa commits to carbon emission reduction targets
The chain aims to become a net zero business by 2040 and halve emissions per coffee serving by 2030
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Riverside Bakery workers vote for ‘all-out pay strike’
More than 170 Unite members will begin the continuous industrial action on 30 March following the rejection of an offer by owner The Compleat Food Group
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Higgidy increases its vegetarian and vegan range
The latest raft of NPD, comprising four quiches, two slices and a pie, will help the brand hit its target of 75% vegetarian and vegan products by the end of 2022
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New appointment bolsters Silvery Tweed NPD team
Aaron Davidson has joined the Borders-based cereal specialist as product development technician
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Tesco opens ‘first hot cross bun café in UK’
The pop-up venue in London’s Shoreditch will be open from one week from 5 April in aid of charity the Trussell Trust
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Franco’s Bakery upgrades equipment with six-figure funding
The Bolton-based business is using the cash from HSBC to invest in eight Farhat machines to expand its product range
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Half of businesses unready for new HFSS rules, says survey
The GS1 UK study also found that 20% of businesses were completely unaware of changes to the law due to be implemented in October 2022