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NewsFDF calls for clarity on HFSS advertising as watchdog backtracks
ASA is set to launch another consultation to help finalise guidance for the forthcoming HFSS regulations, as the Food & Drink Federation calls for clarity on the issue to help manufacturers prepare
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NewsBaker & Baker names Matthew Acheson as new group CEO
Acheson, who succeeds John Lindsay in the role, has taken the reins as the bakery manufacturer looks to expand its presence in markets throughout Europe and further afield
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NewsPromise Gluten Free owner to acquire Pat the Baker and Irish Pride
Proposed deal by PE firm Mayfair is aimed at helping boost production capacity of its Gallaghers Bakehouse brand, which shares a site in County Donegal with Promise Gluten Free
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NewsLancashire bakery chain Oddie’s closes after 120 years in business
Nelson-based business closed all 13 of its shops this weekend with the loss of more than 100 jobs after struggling against skyrocketing energy costs and reduced footfall
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Product NewsSignature Flatbreads boosts marketing team and kicks off lunchtime campaign
Dunstable-based flatbread specialist adds a trio of talent to its marketing team to drive further growth of its Deli Kitchen brand
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NewsPrimark launches The Simpsons-themed cafés across the UK
Fashion retailer unveils new café décor and menus at seven of its stores with indulgent sweet and savoury bakery items available until the end of April
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NewsGCA seeks bakery suppliers’ views for annual survey
Bakery suppliers are encouraged to confidentially share their experience of supplying the UK’s top 14 retailers and the issues impacting this
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NewsDawn Foods appoints student ambassadors for 2025
Jordan Young, Soraya Akbari, and Sarah Farrow will be working with the supplier’s development team to help create new recipes
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NewsBakers Basco recovers almost 3,000 baskets and dollies in Northern Ireland
Since expanding operations to the region a year ago, Bakers Basco has investigated 32 leads on equipment misuse leading to recovery and charges against offenders
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NewsGail’s Bakery increases sustainability focus at new London site
The new bakery on Southwark Bridge Road has spaces that are carefully considered to follow principles of reusability, environmental responsibility, and staff welfare
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NewsGreggs hits £2bn in annual sales with ‘strong pipeline’ of new shops for 2025
Bakery chain reports a 11.3% rise in revenue for its latest financial year although trading performance in the fourth quarter was affected by subdued high street footfall
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NewsDavid Wood Baking fined £573k after workers injured in three separate incidents
Own-label bakery supplier pleads guilty to breaching health and safety regulations following an investigation into three accidents that happened at its Bolton sites in 2022
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Product NewsCosta kicks off 2025 with new bakery options
Coffee chain unveils a new toastie, stuffed croissant, muffin, and biscuit on its latest menu, which launches in stores on 9 January
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NewsThe Compleat Food Group sees profit double and sales rise by 10% in FY24
Manufacturer behind bakery brands Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, and Wrights has posted revenue of £786.2m in its latest annual results
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NewsGreggs beats major coffee chains on price of hot drinks
Research by website Vouchers4real.co.uk found that the average price of a hot drink at Greggs was at least 42% cheaper than Caffè Nero, Costa, Pret, and Starbucks
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NewsSearch for best bread and cake in Britain begins
British Baker is kicking off 2025 by bringing back Britain’s Best Cake and Britain’s Best Loaf, which will take place at the UK Food & Drink Shows at the NEC Birmingham on 7 and 8 April
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NewsBuns from Home CEO Shereen Ritchie steps down
Ritchie is handing the reins back to the London-based bakery’s founder Barney Goff who will continue to drive the company’s expansion plans
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NewsA roaring success: tiger bloomer helps drive growth at Jacksons
Operational efficiencies, increased distribution, and new products including a bloomer branded with children’s book The Tiger Who Came To Tea drove growth for the bakery manufacturer
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Product NewsMr Kipling aims to ‘modernise’ tarts with two new flavours
Sweet treats brand unveils new Strawberries & Cream and Birthday Cake tarts at selected Morrisons stores, aimed at appealing to younger shoppers
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NewsRegal Foods CEO Younis Chaudhry awarded MBE in New Year Honours 2025
The royal appointment was given to the bakery group founder and “renowned philanthropist” for his services to business and the community of Bradford
