All Retail articles – Page 7
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Product NewsComfort and joy: new treats unveiled by craft bakery brands for Christmas 2025
Among the seasonal offerings launched this year are sweet & salty cakes, biscuits designed like Christmas decorations, and savoury pastries stuffed with all the trimmings
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NewsWrapped bread struggles as speciality bread wins over shoppers
Speciality bread is booming with shoppers splashing out £245m more on the morning goods, speciality breads, and wraps while wrapped bread falls by £64m
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NewsPark Garage Group plans up to 30 new Bakery 79 locations by end of 2026
Family-run forecourt operator has unveiled major expansion ambitions for its fresh food-to-go retail concept, including both new shops and self-service sites
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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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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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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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NewsOpening Doors #20: craft bakeries reveal new sites across the UK
New shops have been unveiled by craft bakery businesses all over the nation including brand new ventures or latest estate expansions
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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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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
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FeatureFlavour, format, and flair: inside the evolution of modern-day pastries
Pastries are getting a makeover as bold flavours, inventive formats, and premium touches redefine what indulgence looks like on today’s bakery scene
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NewsCoffee shops and bakeries among favourite small businesses in the UK
Survey conducted by Small Business Britain found 32% of respondents saying they loved independent cafés and coffee shops, while 19% favoured their local bakeries
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NewsGail’s on track to open 40 new stores in current financial year
Reigning Bakery Retailer of the Year is set to open 40 new stores during the 12 months to 28 February 2026 after posting annual revenue of almost £220m
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NewsPret opens new travel hub sites as coffee-to-go trial ends
Food-to-go chain has partnered with Roadchef to open two new shops at Strensham Services whilst announcing the nationwide removal of Pret Express coffee machines
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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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NewsCake Box estate expansion and acquisition result in sales surge
Egg-free cake specialist reports revenues of £28.8m for the first half of its latest financial year, driven by new store openings and the acquisition of Ambala Foods
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Product NewsWildfarmed expands range with regenerative crumpets
Made with 100% Wildfarmed regenerative flour, the four-packs of crumpets are landing in Waitrose and Ocado and mark the firm’s first venture into morning goods