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The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Cadbury shrinks size of Dairy Milk Freddo multipacks
However, arguably one of the most popular Cadbury chocolates is its Dairy Milk Freddos. The price of Freddos has been a major talking point over the years. The popular chocolate used to be 10p, but recently it has risen in price and is now on sale in supermarkets for up to 40p (Sainsbury's). Cadbury shrinks size of Freddo multipacks Now, Freddo multipacks have been hit by shrinkflation. Cadbury has shrunk the size of its Freddo (5x18g) and Caramel Freddo (5x19.5g) multipacks by 20%, according to The Grocer. These multipacks disappeared from Tesco stores in May and have recently been replaced by Freddo 4x18g and Freddo Caramel 4x19.5g multipacks. Despite the change in size, the price has remained the same at £1.40. The original 5-packs of Freddo chocolates are still available in some supermarkets, including Morrisons. (Image: Morrisons) Both the old and new versions of the Freddo multipacks are available at Morrisons (at the time of writing), on sale for £1.40. While Sainsbury's still has the original multipacks of five available, both for £1.40. Cadbury reveals reason behind change to Freddo multipacks A spokesman for Cadbury owner Mondelez International, speaking to The Grocer, confirmed the change to Freddo multipacks was made due to "significantly higher input costs". RECOMMENDED READING: The spokesperson explained ingredients like cocoa and dairy cost "far more" than they have done in the past and energy and transport prices "remain high". They continued: "This means that our products continue to be much more expensive to make and while we have absorbed these costs where possible, we still face considerable challenges. 'As a result of this difficult environment, we have had to make the decision to slightly reduce the weight of our Cadbury Dairy Milk Freddo multipacks so that we can continue to provide consumers with the brands they love, without compromising on the great taste and quality they expect."
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Customer fury as UK's favourite chocolate's £1.40 multipack shrinks meaning it's cheaper to buy a single 30p bar
Customers on the Tesco website said it was just another example of shrinkflation 'MAKE IT MAKE SENSE' Customer fury as UK's favourite chocolate's £1.40 multipack shrinks meaning it's cheaper to buy a single 30p bar PACKS of Freddos have shrunk from five to four — making the family favourites cheaper to buy individually. The new smaller multipacks still cost £1.40 at Tesco, meaning the price of each chocolate bar has gone from 28p to 35p. Meanwhile, single ones cost about 30p. 2 Packs of family favourite Freddos have shrunk from five to four 2 Freddos are now cheaper to buy individually Experts have blamed the move — equivalent to a 25 per cent price increase — on the soaring cost of cocoa. But customers on the Tesco website said it was just another example of shrinkflation. One wrote: 'A single Freddo is 30p and pack of Freddos used to be a 5 pack but now a 4 pack is £1.40. "Make it make sense.' Another said: 'Cheaper to buy 4 bars separately, used to get 5 bars at this price.' Tesco and Waitrose are the first to stock the new packs, with Waitrose offering them for a promotional price of £1, down from £1.80. Other supermarkets still have the five-packs in stock. Cadbury's owner Mondelez International said it had to pass on higher costs for ingredients, energy and transport. Susannah Streeter, of investment company Hargreaves Lansdown, said: 'The sharp rise in the cost of cocoa, which is such a crucial ingredient, has caused a big headache for chocolate manufacturers. 'They have also had to absorb higher energy costs and wage growth. People are only just realising why Dairy Milk chocolate and Freddos taste different - and they're saying one is MUCH tastier 'But producers know consumers will not swallow much bigger increases. "Though wholesale prices have come down slightly, they remain triple the price compared to two years ago. 'So, reducing the numbers of bars in packs or the weight of individual products is the strategy they are deploying.' Harvir Dhillon, economist at the British Retail Consortium, said: 'Chocolate prices, which are largely decided by large manufacturers, have been hit hard by global cocoa prices. 'The cost of cocoa has been badly affected by poor harvests in parts of Africa.'
North Wales Chronicle
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
Cadbury to release new Twirl White Dipped chocolate bar
The confectionery company is responsible for a range of popular chocolates including Freddos, Boost, Crunchie, Creme Eggs and the classic Dairy Milk. Now Cadbury has revealed a new Twirl White Dipped chocolate bar, which is set for release in stores across the UK "soon". The new chocolate is the Cadbury Twirl bar everyone knows and loves, but with a "delicious" twist - it's dipped in white chocolate. A post shared by Cadbury UK (@cadburyuk) Twirl Brand Manager at Mondelez International, Katya Savelieva, said: "Cadbury Twirl has always been a fan favourite, so it's no surprise that limited editions like Cadbury Twirl Orange and Cadbury Twirl Mint had everyone talking. "With smooth white chocolate surrounding our iconic milk chocolate swirls, the new Twirl White Dipped is an indulgence you won't want to miss - grab it as soon as you can and experience Twirl like never before!" Cadbury fans won't have long to wait for the release of the new Twirl White Dipped chocolate bar (RRP: 99p). Cadbury has revealed the new chocolate will be available to buy in the UK from June 2, 2025. But once they hit shelves, you'll have to be quick, as they will only be available for a limited time. Shoppers have already taken to social media to share their excitement about the new Cadbury Twirl White Dipped chocolate bar. One person, commenting on Cadbury's Instagram post about the new chocolate, said: "Oh yes cannot wait for this." Another added: "Wow wow wow!" A third person commented: "Can't wait to try it. Looks yummy." While a fourth shopper compared the new Twirl to Cadbury's discontinued Flake Snow chocolate bar. They posted: "Omg this reminds of the Snowflake @cadburyuk launched like 24/25 years ago!!" RECOMMENDED READING: Cadbury's Flake Snow chocolate bar was first launched in the UK back in 2000. The bar had a white chocolate flake center, covered in milk chocolate. But it only lasted eight years in the UK, with Cadbury revealing in 2008 the chocolate bar had been discontinued.
Scottish Sun
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
SPFL club ask for ‘special delivery' with surprising contents to go to new home stadium amid Hamilton Accies drama
HAMILTON Academical have been hit with a number of blows in the last few weeks. A 15-point deduction and a four-figure fine were handed to them for a number of rule breaches including failure to pay players and provide correct information on stadium ownership. 5 John Rankin's side were relegated following point deduction drama Credit: SNS 5 Accies now face an exit from New Douglas Park Credit: SNS The club appealed these sanctions to the SFA but the verdict delivered just one day before the end of their season was that the charges would stick, consigning them to relegation to League One for the next campaign. As fan tensions grew board members were attacked at the home ground of New Douglas Park. And with crisis unfolding the owner of the stadium offered to defer Accies' debts and house them rent free for a year amid uncertainty that they could stay. However the club confirmed they wouldn't accept the deal and would instead move temporarily to Broadwood Stadium in Cumbernauld. They called their tenancy at NDP 'thoroughly unsatisfactory' and stated that the long-term aim is to build a new stadium in Hamilton. They also confirmed they would remain a full-time outfit for their third-tier charge in 2025-26. But where it gets even more complicated is that League Two team Clyde had been ground sharing New Douglas Park in place of their previous home... of Broadwood Stadium. They have had relocation troubles of their own so the scene now is that, for the foreseeable future, Accies will play at Clyde's home and vice-versa. A statement from the fourth-tier side said: "On April 3rd, we announced that we did not have sufficient clarity as to the intentions of our host club to confirm that our tenure at New Douglas Park would continue beyond the current season. "As the circumstances were entirely beyond our control, the SPFL agreed a period of grace beyond the registration deadline in order to achieve a solution. Moment fuming Hamilton Accies fans call for the exit of director of football Gerry Strain after their home defeat to Morton "Although we are no clearer on the circumstances which precipitated the uncertainty in the first place, we have notified the SPFL that we are, nonetheless, in a position to commit to New Douglas Park for the foreseeable future. "This has been a challenging time for the club and for the supporters. Having navigated it successfully, we must extend our thanks to those clubs and individuals who worked with us on alternative proposals. "Their co-operation and professionalism has been greatly appreciated." And since their immediate future was secured they enjoyed a great run-out on the turf they had to fight to continue playing on. League winners Peterhead visited and were put to the sword 6-1 by Clyde, which has led to an interesting reward coming their way. Popular football forum Pie and Bovril vowed to send 60 Freddos in a gag spanning several years which sees random winners given the sweet treat. The club expressed their gratitude and made sure the delivery destination was clear, posting: "6 goals = 60 Freddos. We like that math! 5 Accies will relocate temporarily to Broadwood Stadium Credit: Alamy 5 But Clyde will continue to play at NDP Credit: SNS 5 A box of Freddos are being sent to the League Two side at their new home Credit: Ray Collins "Special delivery to New Douglas Park please." New Broadwood settlers Accies however don't have as much cause to celebrate with endless chocolate. The most recent update from their chairman ahead of a tough year reads in full: "Following the Board's statement on receipt of the disappointing outcome of the SFA Appeal Tribunal hearing we require to make it clear once again that while we would like to expand on the circumstances relating to the charges, and the defences submitted, we are unable to do so without breaching SPFL Regulations. "However, now that relegation has been established, we can clarify that the following decisions have been taken: "1. The club will do what it must do in times of adversity – it will fight with relentless determination to achieve promotion back to the Championship at the earliest opportunity, ideally next season, and look to progress further in the future. "2. The club will remain full-time. "3. The Academy will remain a vital factor in the club's future. The development of youth remains at the forefront of our thinking and planning. Following the temporary relocation to Broadwood new arrangements will be made imminently to ensure the uninterrupted continuation of the football education of our valued youngsters. These arrangements will be communicated to parents in early course. It is also the club's intention to retain elite status for the academy. "4. The club will be making strategic appointments to the Board aimed at strengthening its overall leadership, governance and long-term direction. "5. On the basis that the Board agrees with supporters that the club should be based in Hamilton efforts will continue with South Lanarkshire Council towards that end. The Board appreciates the warm support and co-operation to date from the Council officials involved. North Lanarkshire Council was made aware from the start of our discussions about Broadwood that our long-term aim is to return to Hamilton. Their understanding and co-operation is also greatly appreciated. "6. Further communications with supporters will continue on a regular basis." Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
