
CSM Ingredients Launches Revamped Craigmillar Merjel Range
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.
HR Solutions, New Deal for Working People: How to effectively manage family friendly leave
The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) is set to bring further developments in family friendly leave, including managing flexible working requests.
HR Solutions, New Deal for Working People: Changes to Zero Hours Contracts
The UK employment landscape is undergoing significant changes particularly in respect of zero-hour contracts and flexible working.
DAWN EXPANDS DELIFRUIT FILLINGS RANGE WITH FIVE NEW VARIETIES
Dawn Foods UK and Ireland has added five new flavours to its popular range of natural ready-to-use Delifruit Fillings.
CSM Ingredients Launches Revamped Craigmillar Crembels Range
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.
Member of the Month
Congratulations to Brackman’s Bakery, CBA member of the month for May.
Trip Report: Visit to Germany – IREKS & Bakery Burkard
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.
Career Transition into Baking: Romina Zorzini
Romina has decided to pursue a long-held personal passion: becoming a professional baker and ultimately working in new product development (NPD).
Save Money on Your Bakery’s Energy Bills with a Climate Change Agreement (CCA)
Cut Your Bakery’s Energy Bills with a Climate Change Agreement
Funding Opportunity: Fedima Sustainability Project Grants Now Open
A new funding opportunity is now available that could be valuable for our members.
Travelling Baker Available for Consulting Work: Caleb Braszell
We’re pleased to support Caleb Braszell, an award-winning Australian baker, who is currently travelling throughout Europe and the UK and offering his consulting services to bakeries.
Member of the Month
Congratulations to Niche Patisserie, CBA member of the month for April.
Webinar Schedule – Supporting businesses throughout 2025
Upcoming Webinars from Business HR
HOT TOPIC April 2025
Redundancy in 2025: prevention, process and key steps for a smooth transition
Why Every Bakery Needs BakeCare – Minimise Downtime, Maximise Success
Keep your bakery running smoothly with BakeCare – the exclusive CBA member benefit for bakery equipment maintenance, repairs, and servicing across the UK. Lower rates, priority call-outs, and nationwide coverage.
Be prepared for new recycling regulations
The Government’s new Simpler Recycling regulations are set to take effect from March 31, bringing changes that will impact bakeries and other businesses across England. Understanding and preparing for these regulations will be crucial to maintaining compliance and ensuring smooth operations.