Consultation launched over CBD authorisation process
A consultation on the proposed authorisation process for cannabidiol (CBD) food products has been launched by the Food Standards Agency.
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Kettle Chips owner acquires Italian bakery firm
The owner of Kettle Chips has announced the acquisition of Italian bakery firm Melegatti 1894.
Pret owner eyeing new investors for sandwich chain
The owner of Pret A Manger is reportedly working with advisers to explore its options for the future of the sandwich and coffee chain.
Bakkavor extends Greencore ‘put up or shut up’ deadline for second time
The deadline for a final acquisition agreement between food manufacturers Bakkavor and Greencore has been extended for a second time.
Olivia Colman stars in new Warburtons advert
Oscar winning actor Olivia Colman stars in a new TV advert for bakery firm Warburtons.
Seven bakery sites to be rescued after sale agreed
Historic bakery chain Oddie’s is working on the sale of seven of its bakery sites to Waterfields.
Covid loan fraud lands bakery director with 10-year ban
The former boss of a bakery firm has been banned from serving as a company director for a decade after he was found to have lied on a Covid era loan application.
Crosta & Mollica unveils name change and rebrand
Pizza manufacturer Crosta & Mollica has announced a full brand refresh across its entire range of products.
Food and drink M&A outlook for 2025
As 2025 approaches, James Scallan and Javier Chiquero of investment bank Houlihan Lokey assess the current food and drink industry mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape and discuss what lies ahead in the new year.
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£143.3m Finsbury Food Group sale faces opposition from shareholders
Two shareholders in bakery firm Finsbury Food Group have publicly spoken out against its proposed sale.