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NewsWenzel’s tackles shoplifting and staff safety with new initiative
With shoplifting at an all time high, the family-owned business has sought to change the layout of two shops to combat the issue and make staff feel much safer
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NewsOpening Doors #22: craft bakeries unveil fresh new retail sites
First-time ventures from bakers stepping up in the market, plus a few extensions of established bakery estates including new concept trials are among the latest new openings
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NewsHeyLo! makes debut in chilled bakery category with Planet Organic listing
Leeds-based functional bakery brand is launching four core products in a new chilled format across the health and sustainability-focussed retailer’s estate of eight London stores
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NewsCinnamood set for UK retail expansion via franchise partnerships
Cologne-based cinnamon roll specialist has appointed Seeds Consulting in London to lead its franchise expansion in both the UK and France
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NewsMcGhee’s Bakery promotes Gen Z duo to senior leadership team
New appointments at the Glasgow-based family-run firm underlines its commitment to developing talent from within and comes amid a period of significant growth
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Product NewsBaking her day special: sweet treats launched for Mother’s Day 2026
From gorgeous biscuits and macarons to cakes zinging with springtime freshness, bakers have crafted a raft of sweet treats to mark Mother’s Day this year
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NewsPuratos to acquire Dawn Foods in landmark deal
The deal, subject to regulatory approvals, is set to be complete by the end of 2026 and brings together two century-old titans of the bakery ingredients industry
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NewsMatthews Cotswold Flour expands regenerative flour range with five new products
Artisan miller has expanded its regenerative flour range with new Plain, Self-Raising, Artisan T65 Bread Flour, Wholemeal, and Fine Cake varieties
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NewsFitzbillies expands into new production site and café at former Ducati garage
Craft bakery will shift production into the 4,000 sq ft premises in Harston, which will supply its three existing cafes in central Cambridge and also house a brand-new cafe
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NewsHow to decarbonise your bakery
Turn off offsetting, optimising oven efficiency, and switching to renewables are among the recommendations drawn from a new report by equipment supplier Spooner
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Product NewsChicken Kiev pie crowned ultimate champion at British Pie Awards 2026
Made by Wigan-based Baldy’s Pies, the savoury creation beat a record number of entries to take home the crown
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NewsOutpost Bakery marks first anniversary with investment in production space
Lancashire-based artisan business is looking to increase overall production capacity by around 80% with a new dedicated bakery unit at the rear and restructuring its existing space
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Product NewsBakeries urged to sign up to National Doughnut Week 2026
Bakeries can let their creativity run wild through showstopping fillings and finishes, with a portion of sales donated towards The Children’s Trust to help UK youngsters with brain injuries
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NewsUlrick + Short opens new ingredients production and warehouse site in Leeds
The 25,000 sq ft facility provides a dedicated space for allergen-free blending and warehousing, as well as a QC lab, sample room, development kitchen, and office
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Product NewsM&S unveils new range of topped and deep-filled doughnuts
Building on last year’s success of its Chunked N’ Loaded Cookies, the retailer has launched a new four-strong range of ultra-indulgent doughnuts at in-store bakeries
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NewsVoracio Foods acquires non-HFSS snacking brand Pri Bakes
The deal, made for an undisclosed sum, sees founder Pri Savjani step back from day-to-day operations but remain a shareholder and advisor to the business
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NewsSilvery Tweed launches new range of pulse-based bakery ingredients
Demand for nutritional and sustainability claims in bakery has led the Northumberland-based cereal processor to introduce new pulse flours and flakes
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Product NewsJerk chicken, beef rendang, and double-sized pies: innovation for British Pie Week 2026
Globally-inspired recipes transposed into a pastry encased format are among some of the limited-edition pies launched for this week’s celebrations
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NewsGreggs results: what do the analysts say?
Bakery chain has been “unable to stay completely immune from the challenging outlook for food and drink retail” said one analyst, while another warns of risks in continuing estate expansion
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NewsGreggs profits hit by tough food-to-go market
Bakery chain’s preliminary results for the 52 weeks ended 27 December 2025 revealed underlying pre-tax profit had fallen by 9.4% to £171.9m