Drivers at the Warburton's bakery in Bolton have voted in favour of industrial action in what's said to be a dispute over pay and conditions.
Drivers who are members of the United Road Transport Union - URTU - were balloted on industrial action, with two thirds, 68 per cent, voting in favour.
No strike action has been planned as yet and it's understood talks between union officials and bosses at the famous bakery, which has its headquarters on Hereford Street in the town, will now continue.
Warburtons, in a statement, described the results of the ballot as 'incredibly disappointing' and vowed it would do 'everything we can' to ensure supermarket shelves remain stocked. The company, however, confirmed the result of the ballot of URTU members was in favour of industrial action.
In a statement, Warburtons said: "We recognise the need to offer all our people competitive pay and remain fully committed to continuing negotiations with our drivers' union. The outcome of the ballot is incredibly disappointing, but we will do everything we can to ensure we keep supermarket shelves stocked with fresh bread across the country."
Warburtons, founded in 1876, produces more than two million products each day at 11 bakeries across the country, according to its website.
The Manchester Evening News has contacted the union for further comment and details.
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