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NewsFresh new talent: Rising Star Award 2026 finalists unveiled
The future of the baking industry is in good hands, if the four finalists of this category are anything to go by
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NewsGet to know the Team of the Year 2026 finalists
Teams ranging in size from six people to more than 200 are among the finalists in this Baking Industry Awards 2026 category
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NewsBaker of the Year 2026 finalists revealed
The hotly contested category of the Baking Industry Awards 2026 seeks passionate and talented bakers that have made positive impacts on their respective businesses over the past year
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NewsBakery firms and café franchisees named for paying below minimum wage
Bakeries are among the Department for Business & Trade’s list of 658 companies which have been penalised for underpaying a total of around £4m to over 27,000 staff
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NewsUnlocking potential: charity expands baking enterprise at HMP Northumberland
New 500 st ft facility will help the charity organisation triple the number of serving prisoners it has training and working in catering services up to 30
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NewsDrum roll please: Baking Industry Awards 2026 finalists revealed
Finalists for each category have been announced, so check out the people, products, and businesses in the running for a trophy
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NewsMeet the finalists for Bakery Leader of the Year 2026
A commercial director, production head, and the founders of three bakery businesses are the finalists of this new category for the Baking Industry Awards 2026
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InterviewMy Bakery Job: Nick Bevan, director, corporate comms & sustainability, Baker & Baker
Bevan spends the majority of his time overseeing the environmental, social, governance strategy and commitments of the European sweet bakery manufacturer
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InterviewKeeping the starter alive: Jason Geary on growth without compromise
A new factory, a TV campaign, and solid NPD pipeline have propelled Jason’s Sourdough to new heights, but for fourth generation master baker the recipe for success has never changed
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NewsNew leadership at Pret, Papa Johns, FitBakes, and more
Technology specialists, a production manager, and an international president are among the latest appointments in the baking industry and supporting sectors
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InterviewMy Bakery Job: Daniel Araujo, COO, Rhythm 108
A career highlights of the French-born, Geneva-based master pâtissier and chocolatier is creating the gluten-free filled biscuit range, which has been replicated by bigger bakery brands
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NewsFoodservice operators urged to respond to zero hours consultation
Businesses including bakery cafes have until 25 August to make their voices heard on proposed changes to Employment Rights Act regarding zero hours contracts and shifts
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NewsBako kickstarts product innovation via second Young Bakers initiative
The initiative returns with an even greater focus on commercial product innovation, giving two students the opportunity to turn consumer trends and creative ideas into product launches next year
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InterviewMy Bakery Job: Jennifer MacPherson, learning & development manager, Birds Bakery
MacPherson has lead the implementation of a new learning management system for over 1,000 employees at the growing Midlands bakery chain
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NewsBaking industry welcomes PM’s launch of new technical education routes
New pathways helping to provide 14-year-olds with early access to technical skills, work experience and connections with local employers have been warmly welcomed by trade bodies and associations
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NewsHiggidy names interim CEO as Rachel Kelley departs
Kelley, who has headed up the savoury pastry brand for five years, is heading to KTC Edible Oils where she will be managing director
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NewsContestants wanted for Bake Off: The Professionals 2027
Love Productions is seeking talented and passionate pastry professionals to take part in series 12 of the show
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InterviewRise and shine: how Cornish Bakery is reshaping the bakery landscape
As the independent chain launches its new Rise concept, the leadership team explain their thinking behind the blurring of lines between bakery, coffee shop, and casual dining
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InterviewMy Bakery Job: David Martos, founder, House of Cinn
Spanish native Martos reveals how a side hustle to fund community projects turned into a fully fledged sweet treat brand with national retailer listings
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NewsScottish Bakers launches interactive trail of bakeries across Scotland
Launched on the trade body’s website, the trail serves as an immersive storytelling hub allowing users to explore bakery locations across the region as well as exclusive video interviews with the owners