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The Compleat Food Group appoints first chief product officer
FMCG veteran Mark Howgego is named in the newly-created role at the manufacturer behind bakery brands including Pork Farms, Wall’s Pastry, and Wrights Food Group
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Pladis offers 18 weeks’ paid leave to parents under new policy
Manufacturer behind McVitie’s, Jacob’s and other snacking brands introduces a policy for new parents across its global workforce, promoting a more inclusive and supportive workplace
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Signature Flatbreads announces £150m investment plan and 500 new jobs
Dunstable-based manufacturer, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary next month, will use the investment to expand its product range and keep its offering relevant
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Redundancies at Project D as bakery arm gears up for administration
Rising costs of ingredients and labour and a 20% drop in sales has forced the Derby-based doughnut specialist to cut jobs and prepare to enter administration
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Roberts Bakery unveils ‘back to our best’ campaign
Cheshire-based manufacturer’s biggest-ever marketing campaign includes a TV ad filmed at its Northwich site, now fully functional again after last year’s fire
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FDF Scotland unveils fund to help foodservice firms create healthier products
Latest £50k latest funding initiative from Food and Drink Federation Scotland is open to SME suppliers of the foodservice sector including bakeries
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My bakery job: William Leet, David Wood Baking
“Enter as many competitions and go to as many baking industry events as possible,” is the advice William Leet offers up-and-coming talent as he shares his experiences
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Bakers Basco calls for crackdown on illegal equipment sales online
Over the past year, the membership scheme has identified 89 adverts on platforms such as eBay and Facebook Marketplace selling a total of 2,864 baskets and 386 dollies
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Rachel Kelley on how the ‘picky tea’ is driving growth for Higgidy
CEO reveals why Higgidy is “laser focused” on snacking and regenerative agriculture, and how investment at its Shoreham-by-Sea site is helping to add value to the savoury pastry category
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Bakery manufacturers explain why gluten-free items cost more
A gluten-free shop costs 37% more than a standard one, new research finds, but manufacturers say comparing like-for-like is difficult due to the ingredients, processes, and volumes required
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Cybake, General Mills, and Pladis announce new appointments
Director positions at two bakery manufacturers and a software provider has been recently filled by a trio of industry experts
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AB Mauri UK&I acquires bakery mix supplier Romix Foods
The ABF subsidiary adds to its portfolio of bakery ingredients specialists with the Leigh-based business, which will continue to be run by its existing management team
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Scone specialist Haywood & Padgett posts ‘extraordinary’ sales growth
Barnsley-based firm attributes success to price and volume increases as well as operational improvements including investment in new travel ovens and spiral coolers
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Elkes Biscuits seeking engineers to support growth plans
Uttoxeter-based manufacturer needs new recruits to help boost its factory’s output by 50% following last year’s £1m investment in new equipment
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Morrisons to drop ‘made in store from scratch’ bakery claims for some items
The retailer has agreed to remove misleading signage from certain in-store bakery items following a trading standards complaint by the Real Bread Campaign
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Bakery Manufacturer of the Year 2024 finalists announced
Specialists in scones, Italian-style breads, and Cornish pasties have been unveiled as category finalists for the Baking Industry Awards 2024
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Hills Biscuits investor LDC exits after seven years
Manchester-based biscuit manufacturer poised to accelerate growth as private equity investor sells its shares to Cerealto UK for an undisclosed sum
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My bakery job: George Tatlow, The Compleat Food Group
In this series, British Baker speaks to people from across the baking industry to find out about their career path, what their current job involves, and where they get their inspiration from
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Greencore upgrades full-year outlook after ‘excellent’ quarter
Adjusted operating profit for the full financial year is expected to reach £88-90m, ahead of previous expectations, following progress in Q3
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Mr Kipling among ‘standout performers’ for Premier Foods
Sales for the Sweet Treats division rose 3.5% with the manufacturer citing competitive promotional pricing of brands as a contributor