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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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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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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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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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InterviewMy bakery job: Fiona Barlow, co-founder and owner, Bradwall Breadhouse
Co-founder of the Cheshire craft bakery enjoys chatting with all customers across wholesale, retail, and foodservice channels
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InterviewFix, rebuild, grow: British Bakels MD James Cawthorne reveals plans for Renshaw
Stability and supply have been the focus for Renshaw since its acquisition by British Bakels, but the first new products for the cake decoration brand signal the start of a new era
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NewsChange from day-one to six-month unfair dismissal policy welcomed
Labour government’s U-turn on its planned policy to grant employees the right to claim unfair dismissal from their first work day has been welcomed by bakery trade bodies
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NewsRegal Foods upgrades Bradford College kitchens as new courses launched
The Bradford-based manufacturer has built on its ongoing partnership with the local college by equipping kitchens with new induction hobs, baking tins, cookware, high-fridges and freezers
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InterviewMy bakery job: Andy Nye, head of production, Walker’s Shortbread
The chef turned head of production says overcoming challenges like machinery breakdowns, late deliveries, and staff shortages has made him stronger as a professional
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InterviewMy bakery job: Adam Cutting, senior development chef, English Cheesecake Company
With over two decades in the food industry, chef Cutting is now contending with the rising costs of dairy as he develops and launches new cheesecakes
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News“This is for my team” and other heartfelt reactions from the Baking Industry Awards 2025
There was disbelief, excitement, and lots of thanks given to teams, suppliers, and supporters by the winners
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InterviewSweet ambitions: Baker & Baker CEO Matthew Acheson unveils plans for growth
Growth, investment, and optimisation are the three pillars that the sweet bakery manufacturer is leaning on to boost its turnover to €800m
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NewsBaking Industry Awards 2025 winners revealed
A female head baker from Oxfordshire, the manufacturer behind Jason’s Sourdough, and a regenerative agriculture specialist are among the winners
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NewsEmily Anderson from Cooplands named Rising Star 2025
A work placement at Warburtons aged 15 sparked her love of baking which continues in her current role where she is responsible for product development for Cooplands
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NewsGinger Bakers takes home trophy for Team of the Year 2025
Kendal-based manufacturer stood out as a “heartfelt and authentic reflection of what a truly values-driven business looks like”
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NewsImma the Bakery’s Tona Erreguin lifts the Baker of the Year 2025 trophy
Tona is the driving force behind the Oxfordshire bakery’s success, displaying a true passion for baking, the technical know-how, and a thoughtful leadership style
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NewsPeter Wenzel receives Outstanding Contribution to the Baking Industry award
Wenzel’s the Bakers founder and chairman has been recognised for his unwavering commitment to the communities where the 100-plus shops are located
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InterviewMy bakery job: Eve Bushell, brand manager, Millie’s Cookies
Bushell reveals her role is not just coming up with fun marketing campaign ideas but involves spending time on commercial strategy, analysing data, and working cross-functionally with teams
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NewsOver 400 jobs at Roberts Bakery saved via rescue deal with Boparan Private Office
The pre-pack deal for an undisclosed fee sees private investment firm owned by entrepreneur Ranjit Singh Boparan create a new company, Roberts Bakery 1887 Ltd