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Janes Pantry Buys Coughlans Shops, Reopens 20 Sites
12 Aug
Summary
- Janes Pantry acquired several Coughlans Bakery sites.
- Twenty former Coughlans locations will reopen under a new brand.
- Former staff are invited to reapply for positions at the reopened stores.
Janes Pantry, a bakery business based in Gloucestershire, has purchased several sites formerly operated by Coughlans Bakery. Coughlans, which had locations in Kent, Surrey, West Sussex, and south London, ceased trading in June. Janes Pantry plans to relaunch 20 of these acquired shops under its own brand.
Former employees of Coughlans Bakery will be invited to reapply for positions at the reopened stores. The company stated that each reopening signifies restored jobs and the revitalization of high street units, benefiting local economies. Discussions are ongoing regarding other sites within the Coughlans estate. Romesh Ranganathan, who was previously part-owner, will not be involved in the new venture.
