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NewsNorthern Irish manufacturer Irwin’s Bakery ends family ownership
A takeover by local businessman Sam Rusk has ended 114 years of family ownership at Portadown-based Irwin’s Bakery. CEO Michael Murphy, who remains in place, tells British Baker what it means for the future
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NewsBread Ahead to remain at Borough Market for ‘foreseeable future’
Craft bakery revealed it has now resolved the lease issue of its flagship store in central London, whilst continuing to expand both in the UK and abroad
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NewsThe Cookie Dealer seeks business partner to drive growth
Co-founders say they would ”rather own 50% of a huge brand than 100% of a smaller one”, whilst continuing to expand their sweet treat business through a new wholesale distribution venture
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NewsThe Compleat Food Group unveils senior hires to support growth and innovation
Steve Challouma has started in his new role as the manufacturers’s first chief growth officer, while Jo Smith will become its chief product officer later this month
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Product NewsMini beef Wellingtons and amaretto mince pies: Co-op unveils Christmas 2026 bakery range
Bite-sized takes on British nostalgia and some global influences are featured in the Co-op line-up of new bakery items for Christmas
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OpinionWhat bakery cafe operators should know about the new right to work rules
TrustID operations director Christie Lewis explains what the changes mean for hospitality businesses ahead of the busy Christmas trading period
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NewsGet your votes in for the best artisan bakeries in the UK
British Baker is looking to champion the UK’s top 13 artisan bakeries as voted for by industry peers, so get your votes in now
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NewsBlack Sheep Coffee accelerates expansion in southern England
A minimum of 39 new stores will be added to the firm’s estate over the next five years with a focus on high-footfall and high-traffic locations such as high streets and shopping centres
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NewsHost for 2026 Baking Industry Awards revealed
This year’s celebrity host is a top-notch TV presenter and comedian who will help reveal the winners at the black-tie ceremony on Wednesday 25 November
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Product NewsChristmas bakery ranges 2026
Festive bakery offerings are being unwrapped by major retailers and brands as they look to spread comfort and joy to one and all this Christmas
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Product NewsPistachio panettone and langoustine en croutes: Sainsbury’s unwraps Christmas 2026 bakery range
The retailer has elevated classic festive bakery formats with the likes of on-trend pistachio, responsibly sourced seafood, and lashings of chocolate and caramel
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NewsBasket case: Smethwick firm compensates Bakers Basco for bakery equipment misuse
The case follows months of work undertaken by the membership scheme’s dedicated investigations team including use of GPS tracking technology, surveillance, and site visits
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Product NewsBone appétit: sweet bakery treats launched for Halloween 2026
The graveyard full of innovations range from dastardly doughnuts and cursed cupcakes to spooky cookies, monstrous macarons, and bone-chilling biscuits
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Product NewsBooker rolls out new Fihka bakery range for café operators
Supplied ambient and offering an extended shelf life, the 20-strong range include cookies, mini cakes, mini loaf cakes, blondies, shortbread bars, cannoli, muffins, and more
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NewsDavid Wood Baking acquired by lender as rebranding plans unveiled
Global asset manager Barings has taken the Leeds-headquartered bakery supplier out of family ownership whilst forming a long-term partnerhsip with co-founder and MD Karen Woods
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NewsInterfood Technology bolsters bakery equipment offering with Creeds Direct acquisition
The deal between the two Buckinghamshire-based businesses will see Creeds continue operating separately under its existing name
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Product NewsIngredients innovation: long-life mixes, sunflower seed flours, and more unveiled
The new products tap into consumer needs and also operational ones, with a focus on minimising food waste, improving nutrition, and embracing on-trend flavours
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NewsGreencore reraises FY26 profit guidance as strides made in Bakkavor integration
The food-to-go manufacturing giant reported manufacturing volumes have grown ahead of the wider market during Q4 with pro forma revenue up by 4.5%
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Product NewsDelice de France unveils new seasonal treats and breads as Bridor updates pastries
Source: Delice de France Pistachio Croissant Frozen bakery suppliers Delice de France and Bridor have expanded or upgraded their product ranges to help drive sales and make operations easier at retailers, coffee shops, delis, hotels, and more. The Autumn/Winter 2026 catalogue from Delice de France contains new ...
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NewsCreams Café unveils new kiosk format rolling out at Cineworld sites
The first phase of the rollout will see five Creams kiosks open at Cineworld locations by the end of 2026, with plans to expand the partnership across additional complexes over time