All Regional Focus articles
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NewsHarry Gow mourns loss of cherished bakery founder
Passing away at the age of 89, Harry Gow was “known for his dedication to craftsmanship and his commitment to supporting his community”
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NewsWarrens Bakery continues estate expansion with first Welsh travel store
New shop joins the bakery chain’s other recent openings in train stations and marks the start of a partnership with Trafnidiaeth Cymru / Transport for Wales
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NewsFedima publishes vision for sustainable packaging regulation in bakery
European trade body welcomes the adoption of new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation in the EU, which will also cover UK bakery imports
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NewsWong Wong Bakery boosts Chinese bun production with new equipment
Family-run business located in Manchester’s Chinatown has installed a Koenig Mini Rex dough divider and rounder supplied by EPP
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NewsPrima Bakeries Group mourns the passing of MD Mark Norton
“He will be missed by all who knew him,” said the company of the man who guided its significant growth over the past 14 years
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NewsRomesh Ranganathan becomes part-owner of Coughlans Bakery
The stand-up comedian, actor, and TV presenter becomes the first non-family member to join the board of the 87-year-old business, which has a chain of 31 shops
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NewsBrace’s Bakery migrates to Cybake system to manage operations
Family-run bakery firm is benefitting from the new cloud-based system implemented at both of its manufacturing sites in South Wales
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NewsCosta trials 24-hour trading at Leicester drive-thru
The store will be operating a drive-thru lane only overnight from 10pm to 5am as it looks to provide a service to the local community, particularly key workers and those on nightshifts
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FeatureMeet the Northern Irish bakers stepping up to the international stage
Apple Blossom Bakery, Around Noon, Irwin’s, and Genesis Bakery are among the firms looking to grow their business further afield
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NewsThe Bread Factory appoints head baker Tom Martin to support growth in Manchester
Martin, creator of Britain’s Best Loaf 2024, joins the bakery supplier as it looks expand into a new purpose-built site
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NewsWelsh craft bakery receives financial support for net zero ambition
Start-up loans from the British Business Bank helped Rosa’s Bakery open in Neath earlier this year, with a council grant used to install an EcoCooling system
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NewsPaul UK targets further expansion with new franchise partner
Zaf Holdings Limited will open 10 stores in key locations across the southeast of England over the next five years
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NewsBaking industry reacts to Autumn Budget 2024
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ announcements have left one trade body “profoundly disappointed” while another welcomes the ”long-term approach to tax and regulation”
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NewsGeorge Stevenson awarded Outstanding Contribution to the Baking Industry 2024
George Stevenson has been in the baking industry for nearly 50 years, during which time he has delivered growth for his family business and many others like it, and helped develop a programme which has become the backbone of training at numerous Scottish firms
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NewsPettigrew Bakeries triumphs as Craft Bakery Business of the Year 2024
Family-run Cardiff sourdough and pastry specialist wowed the judges with exceptional products, a well thought out business model, and passionate staff
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NewsTurnover and profits soar at Newport-based Brace’s Bakery
Turnover at family-run bakery is in double-digit growth despite increased competition and changing consumer habits
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NewsLovingly Artisan partners with farmers to grow rye in Cumbria
Cumbria-based bakery has partnered with farmers and grain experts to grow rye, which will be milled at its new site expected to be operational in a couple of months
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NewsTiffin Sandwiches unveils plans for new £10m factory in Bradford
Food-to-go supplier is investing in a third production site to support new business wins across healthcare, education, and travel sectors, which will also create 400 jobs
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NewsNational Bakery School merges with South Bank College
The two institutions, which are part of London South Bank University, have merged in a move designed to spark creativity and drive advancements in bakery education and the wider industry
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NewsTwo Magpies Bakery rebrands Holt café to tap into on-the-go market
North Norfolk site has transitioned to the Mini Magpies format, focusing on baked goods and drinks for takeaway customers