In this month’s Hot Topic, we delve into the four primary areas of discrimination: direct discrimination, indirect discrimination, harassment, and victimisation.

As we explore these concepts and their legal implications, we consider the practical strategies to mitigate tribunal risk and improving equality, diversity and inclusion in your workplace.

National Doughnut Week 2025 once again proved the power of the UK’s bakery industry to support this important cause by raising an impressive £40,000 for The Children’s Trust, the UK’s leading charity for children with brain injury.

Congratulations to Warings Bakery, CBA member of the month for September.

Congratulations to Fresh Eric’s, CBA member of the month for August.

ADM are opening their doors to a small group of junior and apprentice bakers for a unique opportunity to gain hands-on insight into flour production and baking innovation with ADM’s technical team.

The landscape of employment law is poised for a significant transformation with the introduction of the Employment Rights Act 2025.

Congratulations to Seven Seeded, CBA member of the month for July.

Craigmillar has introduced a new and improved Merjel range, now with a cleaner label, natural flavour and colours, and available in a more convenient 8kg format with easier to handle pail for improved kitchen efficiency.

The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) is set to bring further developments in family friendly leave, including managing flexible working requests.

The UK employment landscape is undergoing significant changes particularly in respect of zero-hour contracts and flexible working.

Dawn Foods UK and Ireland has added five new flavours to its popular range of natural ready-to-use Delifruit Fillings.

Congratulations to Paul’s Bread, CBA member of the month for June.

Craigmillar’s Crembels range, the ultimate icing solution for convenience, versatility, and exceptional results, has been updated with a new recipe offering the ultimate icing solution for convenience, versatility and exceptional results. 

Congratulations to Brackman’s Bakery, CBA member of the month for May.

In May 2025, the Craft Bakers Association travelled to Germany for an exclusive three-day visit with our industry partner IREKS GmbH and the artisan bakery Bäckerei Burkard. From high-tech innovation in Kulmbach to sustainable craftsmanship in Pommersfelden, the trip offered a unique insight into the future—and heart—of baking. Read our full trip report for highlights, reflections, and why we encourage every CBA member to seize the opportunity to take part.

Romina has decided to pursue a long-held personal passion: becoming a professional baker and ultimately working in new product development (NPD).

Cut Your Bakery’s Energy Bills with a Climate Change Agreement

A new funding opportunity is now available that could be valuable for our members.