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    In Short

    2011-09-23T00:00:00Z

    Bakers’ Fair nearsBakers’ Fair Autumn is fast approaching, so make sure you register for your free place at the event, to be held at Bolton Arena on 2 October. Open from 9.30-16.00, the show will feature a whole host of exhibitors, as well as demonstrations and talks on The Stage ...

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    In Short

    2011-09-23T00:00:00Z

    Dr Schär cuts a dealGluten- and wheat-free specialist Dr Schär UK, has teamed up with Health Village a new concept store from Lloyds Pharmacy. Its range of DS-gluten free and TRUfree products will be available in the new store, in order to offer more convenience for consumers buying gluten- ...

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    In Short

    2011-09-23T00:00:00Z

    Retail bakery plansEntrepreneur Luke Johnson is to open a number of new Gail’s Artisan Bakery and Patisserie Valerie outlets in the UK next year. The Telegraph reported that, at a recent conference, he announced plans to open 50 new outlets across his venture capital firm, Risk Capital Partners’ restaurant and ...

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    where do you stand?

    2011-09-23T00:00:00Z

    From day one of employment, all employees have the statutory right to take dependant’s leave, providing, of course, that they inform you of their requirement as soon as is reasonably practicable. Its purpose is so they can deal with unexpected emergency situations involving: a spouse; a partner; a child; a ...

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    Tunnel vision

    2011-09-23T00:00:00Z

    Energy efficiency, hygiene and safe and easy access are among features winning bakers over to tunnel ovens, while bespoke solutions and versatility to alter baking programmes are closing the deal.For Ilkley-based Spooner Industries, integrated energy-saving functions are a key facet of its tunnel ovens, offering bakery clients the opportunity to ...

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    Edme to distribute malt extract through joint venture

    2011-09-22T00:00:00Z

    Essex-based grain and bakery ingredients supplier Edme has joined forces with Dutch brand CereX in a deal that will enhance its product range, with the addition of malt extract ingredients.

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    New research highlights gluten-free shopper habits

    2011-09-22T00:00:00Z

    New research has revealed that consumer spending on gluten- and wheat-free products is heavily based on trust, rather than price, promotion or advertising, according to Dr Schär UK.

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    Permanently lower prices at Tesco?

    2011-09-22T00:00:00Z

    Tesco looks set to launch a new price offensive next week, with a possible switch in emphasis from promotions to permanently low prices, according to sister title The Grocer.

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    Bakery software firm scoops tech accolade

    2011-09-21T00:00:00Z

    Fourth Hospitality, a leading software supplier to the likes of Subway, Baker & Spice, Le Pain Quotidien and Krispy Kreme, has made it into the list of Britain’s fastest-growing technology firms.

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    Bakers urged to contact CLIC Sargent

    2011-09-21T00:00:00Z

    Bakers who raised money for CLIC Sargent to help children with cancer during National Cupcake Week are being urged to get in touch with the charity.

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    Warburtons consults on Pennine Bakery closure

    2011-09-21T00:00:00Z

    More than 170 jobs could be lost at Warburtons as it consults on plans to close its Pennine Bakery near Oldham.

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    Swipe and pay at Greggs

    2011-09-21T00:00:00Z

    Greggs, the high street bakery chain, is to accept payments using new contactless technology – just months after it moved over from a cash-only business.

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    Sales jump 21% at Real Good Food Company

    2011-09-20T00:00:00Z

    The Real Good Food Company, parent of sugar supplier Napier Brown plus Renshaw and Haydens, has this morning revealed a 21% increase in total group sales to £109.8m.

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    GM wheat trials to begin in UK

    2011-09-20T00:00:00Z

    GM wheat trials are to begin in the UK next year, after Defra granted Rothamsted Research permission to release wheat lines genetically modified for resistance to aphids.

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    Uniq posts profits boost

    2011-09-20T00:00:00Z

    Uniq has reported better sandwich sales and reduced losses in desserts as it gears up for its takeover by food firm Greencore.

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    Paterson launches VisitScotland biscuit promo

    2011-09-19T00:00:00Z

    Biscuit manufacturer Paterson Arran has joined forces with VisitScotland’s Surprise Yourself campaign, to launch its first on-pack promotion.

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    Luke Johnson to grow Gail’s and Patisserie Valerie

    2011-09-19T00:00:00Z

    Entrepreneur Luke Johnson has announced plans to open a number of new Gail’s Artisan Bakery and Patisserie Valerie outlets in the UK next year.

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    Ocado sales growth slows

    2011-09-19T00:00:00Z

    Ocado, the online grocer, has warned of a smaller-than-expected rise in full-year profit margins – after it invested in improving customer service and saw sales growth slow in its third quarter.

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    Video: Richard Madeley interviews BIA winners

    2011-09-16T00:00:00Z

    View Baking Industry Awards host Richard Madeley’s exclusive interviews with all the winners from the night, held at the Park Lane Hilton last week.

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    Free-from brand in Lloyds Pharmacy concept store

    2011-09-16T00:00:00Z

    Gluten- and wheat-free specialist Dr Schär UK, has teamed up with Health Village – a new concept store from Lloyds Pharmacy.