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Analysis & FeaturesThe battle for the best Christmas ad 2024: which ones impress our expert panel?
From a star-laden ‘crime scene’ to Kevin Carrot making boob jokes, this year’s ads are a varied bunch
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NewsCity snapshot: Greggs boss says Budget measures won’t hit growth plans
The boss of Greggs has vowed to keep a lid on prices hikes in the wake of Labour’s recent Budget and said the chain’s rapid expansion won’t be derailed
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NewsGreggs reaches milestone of one million surplus meals donated to FareShare
The northern bakery chain has pledged to reduce surplus food by 25% next year
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NewsNigella Lawson unveils Greggs’ festive bakes in saucy Christmas ad
The baker confirmed Lawson’s participation on Sunday, ending weeks-long speculation
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NewsGreggs opens champagne bar in Newcastle’s Fenwick department store
The northern baker will serve its savoury and sweet bakes alongside ‘elevated’ condiments and tipples
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NewsMedia Bites 15 October: Menzies, Gail’s, Greggs, Wine Society, 7-Eleven
Gail’s CEO Tom Molnar recalls how 20 years ago, the idea of having more than five branches would have seemed fanciful
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NewsGreggs Foundation launches its 1,000th Breakfast Club in milestone year
The programme provides a free breakfast for thousands of children every day
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NewsCity snapshot: Greggs like-for-like growth slows in Q3
Greggs has indicated an easing of cost inflation as it made “further good progress” in the third quarter. Plus, the BRC reports an increase in food inflation in September, and Pfizer sells down its stake in Haleon
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NewsGreggs launches all-day breakfast item as part of new autumnal menu
The new item will capitalise on Greggs’ ongoing breakfast success
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NewsSupermarkets to take over ‘Scores on the Doors’ hygiene inspections
FSA to submit proposals to see supermarkets submit data from their third party auditors, rather than inspections being carried out by local authorities
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Comment & OpinionWhy Lidl’s breakfast challenge to Greggs is a smart move
By pitching itself as a cheaper alternative to the king of breakfast – and one that competes on price – Lidl may just be on to a winning formula
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NewsLidl pitches its bakeries against Greggs in ad campaign
The discounter has been highlighting the savings customers can make by heading to its stores, with a newspaper ad comparing its 39p jam-filled doughnut with a 95p one from Greggs
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Comment & OpinionRiots force retailers to once again demonstrate their resilience
The level of violence will no doubt give further impetus to Labour’s Crime & Policing Bill
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InterviewsIsaac Fisher: the Pukka CEO with ‘orange optimism’
The orange on Pukka packs stands for a bright future, insists new boss Isaac Fisher, who aims to overtake Ginsters through sport and playful NPD
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Analysis & FeaturesHow has Iceland driven growth and can it keep going?
Richard Walker is in a triumphant mood as sales rise thanks to price freezes, partnerships and NPD. Can Iceland maintain the momentum?
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Comment & OpinionHow Greggs could eat up the evening meal competition
The chain’s sales are growing faster in the evening than any other part of the day
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NewsRetailers reeling after week of far-right riots
Over 190 retailers dialled into an emergency call hosted by the BRC. It included representatives from the Home Office, Department for Business & Trade and the police
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NewsGreggs puts up price of its sausage rolls by 5p
The chain said wages were the main cost inflation driver behind the decision
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NewsGreggs to open new national distribution centre in Kettering
The chain is expanding to improve its capacity in the ambient and chilled supply to its 2,500 sites
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Comment & OpinionRoisin Currie: the most humble of Grocer Cup winners
The Grocer Cup trophy dates back to 1923, and the list of former winners reads like a who’s who of grocery greats