North East bakery giant Greggs has announced the opening of its 30th Outlet shop amid moves to tackle food poverty across the UK.
The Newcastle firm, which now has 2,200 shops and around 25,000 employees, first launched Greggs Outlet in 1972 to support socially- deprived areas and to redistribute unsold food items. Its latest opening is on Cundy Road in Newham, East London, marking strong progress in its commitment to open 50 Outlet shops by 2025.
It said the Outlet shops form an integral part of the Greggs Pledge to build stronger, healthier communities and support those most in need. By selling unsold, day-old food products at a reduced price, it said that families on a tight budget are able to spend less while still having access to quality food.
