Archives for January 11, 2012

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Warburtons' 73 job cuts 'had to be made': union

By Tom Chandler

Bakery firm Warburtons' move to axe 73 jobs at its Oldham site was a “difficult decision that had to be made”, according to the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union (BFAWU).

Sainsbury shines in sluggish Christmas retail market

By Dan Colombini

City analysts have described Sainsbury’s latest financial results as “excellent” with many of its retail rivals posting a sluggish performance for the all-important Christmas period.

Premier should focus on disposals: spreads on sale

By Dan Colombini

Leading analysts have advised Premier Foods to adopt a strategic approach to disposals and secure a “miraculously” good deal with its lenders, as one confirmed the firm's spreads business is up for sale.

Burton's biscuit firm signs export deal

By Tom Chandler

Burton's Biscuit Company has signed a deal with Canada's largest supermarket firm Loblaw in a move that will boost its total exports by £70M over the next two years.