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NewsPlumpton College and Jim Jackson Foundation fund new Level 3 bakery apprenticeship
The college and the disadvantaged youth enabling charity – both based in East Sussex – have paid for a three-year course for aspiring 22-year-old baker Grace Turner-Higgins
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NewsJason’s Sourdough overtakes Kingsmill to become Britain’s third biggest bread brand
Made by Geary’s Bakeries, the brand has rocketed up the bread charts as it aims to make “Jason’s a staple choice for more people, more often”
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NewsBreaking bread: the mergers and acquisitions that shaped bakery in 2025
From bread stalwarts joining forces to the merging of food-to-go giants, cake deals, sandwich grabs, and more, we take a look at some of the key deals shaking up the bakery market this year
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NewsRoss Warnes named new UK & Ireland president at Pret
Former area vice president at Kraft Heinz will help spearhead Pret’s efforts to grow its market share, increase transactions, and deliver even greater value to customers
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NewsHoney brand Hilltop makes a play for pie filling and bakery market
Under new umbrella brand Hilltop Food Group, the firm has invested in its manufacturing footprint to meet demand for pie fillings, nut butters, and more
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NewsMovers and bakers: the top appointments of 2025
British Baker glances back through the raft of major announcements of new hires to boards and senior management teams at UK bakery businesses over the past 12 months
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NewsPlanet Doughnut unveils new product development kitchen
Frozen doughnut supplier has invested £25k to help drive innovation at its bakery in Shrewsbury, following its takeover by the Delves family earlier this year
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NewsBirds Bakery sales take flight through product and store development
Derby-based bakery chain, which operates 62 shops across the Midlands, has enjoyed double-digit sales increases on popular lines whilst investing in NPD and site development
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Product NewsOn-the-go ho ho: brands unveil festive sandwiches for Christmas 2025
All the Christmas meal favourites are being wrapped up into on-the-go bakery presents this festive season, although some companies are showcasing innovation including in bread carriers
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Product NewsJason’s Sourdough expands into wholesale with Booker listing
Listing will help Jason’s access a wide range of trade customers nationwide, including independent retailers and foodservice operators
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NewsIGD warns of tough year ahead for food and drink industry
Institute of Grocery Distribution’s latest Economic Viewpoint report provides key predictions for 2026 including on economic, consumer, and government policy matters
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NewsMajority of UK consumers unaware of new HFSS ad restrictions
New research conducted by marketing group Dentsu found that UK consumers want brands to lead the health change, but remain conscious of brand claims
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NewsBako Group expands with acquisition of Bako Western
While the two companies have shared a brand as part of an agreement made in the sixties, they have traded independently until now
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NewsUnox UK appoints Steven McGarvie as new managing director
Former Victor Manufacturing UK sales & marketing director joins the commercial ovens supplier on 7 January 2026, succeeding Scott Duncan who stepped down after four years
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NewsProfits soar at Wrexham-based Jones Village Bakery
Turnover at the Wrexham-based manufacturer hit £154.3m while post-tax profit reached £12.6m for the 15 months ended 29 December 2024
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Product NewsPieminister expands distribution for Handy Pies in Co-op and foodservice outlets
The four-strong range is supplied in heat-to-eat, fully recyclable packaging with 263 Co-op stores, Stonehenge, and certain Norse Airlines flights added to the list of stockists
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Product NewsBiscuiteers unveils collaboration with Disney
Disney Princess and Mickey Mouse biscuits are the first products to be rolled under the licensing agreement with the media giant
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NewsBPO kicks off recruitment drive for Roberts Bakery sites
Bakery operatives and food process technicians are among the roles being advertised by BPO which bought the business – now Roberts Bakery 1887 – in October
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NewsMortons Rolls workers receive payout after two-year legal battle
Employment Appeal Tribunal rules that 140 former employees are to receive “well over £1m”, with payment coming from the National Insurance Fund not the new owners
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NewsWhich Wich appoints Seeds Consulting to lead UK franchise expansion
Partnership between London-based consultancy firm and American sandwich brand aims to support the strategic rollout across key regions nationwide